🍫💣 Chocolate Overload Explosion Cake
Because moderation is overrated.
Layers? Check. Ganache? Check. Drips, chunks, fudge, frosting? Absolutely.This is not just a cake — it’s an experience.
🎂 What's Inside This Monster Cake?
1️⃣ Ultra-Moist Chocolate Cake (3 Layers)
• 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (85 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 ½ tsp baking powder
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cups (400 g) sugar
• 1 cup (240 ml) vegetable oil
• 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk
• 1 cup (240 ml) hot coffee (boosts chocolate flavor)
• 3 eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
2️⃣ Chocolate Fudge Frosting
• 225 g dark chocolate, melted
• 200 g unsalted butter, softened
• 400 g powdered sugar
• 60 ml (¼ cup) heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla
3️⃣ Chocolate Ganache Drip
• 200 g semi-sweet chocolate
• 200 ml heavy cream
4️⃣ Explosion Toppings
Add what you dare — think:
• Chopped brownies
• Mini chocolate bars (KitKat, Snickers, Twix)
• Chocolate chips, shavings, truffles, Oreos, chocolate sprinkles
• Reese’s, M&Ms, or whatever makes your inner child scream
👩🍳 How to Assemble the Madness
1. Bake the Cake Layers:
• Preheat to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line three 8" or 9" pans.
• Combine dry ingredients.
• In another bowl, whisk wet ingredients. Combine, then add hot coffee last.
• Mix until smooth. Divide into pans.
• Bake for 28–32 minutes. Cool completely.
2. Make the Fudge Frosting:
• Beat butter till fluffy. Add melted chocolate, mix.
• Slowly add powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla. Beat until smooth and spreadable.
3. Stack and Frost:
• Layer cake + frosting, repeat x3. Crumb coat, chill 30 mins, then frost fully.
4. Add Ganache Drip:
• Heat cream, pour over chocolate, stir till smooth.
• Let cool slightly, then drip over chilled cake edges with a spoon or squeeze bottle.
5. EXPLODE IT.
• Press candy, chunks, cookies, and truffles all over the top.
• Stack high. Be chaotic. There are no rules here.
🫶 Tips for Maximum Drama:
• Chill the cake before adding ganache so drips stay clean.
• Use a turntable for smoother frosting.
• Want extra? Core the center and fill with M&Ms or chocolate sauce before stacking.