Chocolate Overload Explosion Cake 🍫💥
Ingredients:
For the Cake Layers:
• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
For the Ice Cream Layer:
• 1 pint chocolate ice cream (softened slightly)
For the Ganache Topping:
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup heavy cream
For the Explosion Toppings:
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips
• 1 cup crushed Oreos
• ½ cup chopped chocolate candy bars (like Snickers or Twix)
• Chocolate sauce (for drizzling)
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Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Cake Layers:
• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
• Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Add sugar, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
• Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin (this keeps the cake moist).
• Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let the cakes cool completely.
2️⃣ Assemble the Ice Cream Layer:
• Line one 9-inch pan with plastic wrap. Spread softened chocolate ice cream into the pan and freeze for 2-3 hours until solid.
3️⃣ Make the Ganache:
• Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it starts to simmer.
• Pour the cream over the chocolate chips and let sit for 2-3 minutes. Whisk until smooth and glossy. Set aside to cool slightly.
4️⃣ Assemble the Cake:
• Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a thin layer of ganache on top.
• Remove the frozen ice cream layer from the pan and place on top of the cake.
• Add the second cake layer, then pour ganache over the entire cake, letting it drip down the sides.
5️⃣ Add the Explosion Toppings:
• Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips, crushed Oreos, and chopped candy bars. Drizzle with chocolate sauce for an extra indulgent touch.
6️⃣ Chill and Serve:
• Freeze for 1 hour to set the cake. Slice and serve with extra chocolate sauce or whipped cream!
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Time & Servings:
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Assembly & Chill Time: 3–4 hours
• Servings: 12 slices
This cake is a chocolate lover's dream, with multiple layers of decadence and explosive toppings! 😋
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