Dark Romance Chocolate Blackberry Cake A Dessert Worth Falling For 🍫🍇
This stunning cake is a beautiful blend of deep chocolate flavors, juicy blackberries, and a touch of elegance. Perfect for celebrations or a romantic evening, this cake will captivate your senses with every bite!
📋 Ingredients
For the Cake:
1¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
½ cup vegetable oil
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1½ cups fresh blackberries (plus extra for garnish)
For the Ganache:
1 cup heavy cream
8 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or chips)
Optional Decoration:
Fresh blackberries
Edible flowers
📝 Directions
1️⃣ Prep the Cake Batter:
Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (177°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry, mixing until just combined.
Add Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. (It will be thin—this is normal!)
2️⃣ Incorporate Blackberries & Bake:
Fold in Blackberries: Gently fold the fresh blackberries into the batter.
Divide Batter: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool Cakes: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
3️⃣ Make the Ganache:
Heat Cream: In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
Melt Chocolate: Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy. Cool slightly before using.
4️⃣ Assemble the Cake:
Layer the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of ganache over the top.
Top and Frost: Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides with the remaining ganache.
5️⃣ Decorate and Serve:
Garnish: Arrange fresh blackberries and edible flowers on top for a romantic touch.
Chill (Optional): Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the ganache, or serve immediately for a softer finish.
⏱ Time Breakdown:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
Cool Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 25 minutes
✨ Pro Tips:
Richer Flavor: Use freshly brewed coffee instead of boiling water to intensify the chocolate flavor.
Custom Add-Ins: Add a sprinkle of chocolate chips or a swirl of blackberry jam to the batter for extra indulgence.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.