Description
A decadent chocolate cake layered with raspberry filling and topped with a rich chocolate truffle ganache, perfect for indulgent occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup hot water or brewed coffee
- ¾ cup raspberry jam or preserves
- ½ cup fresh raspberries (optional)
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the sugars, eggs, oil, and vanilla. Add the buttermilk and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing gently. Stir in the hot water or coffee until well blended.
- Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Once cakes are cooled, spread raspberry jam over one cake layer. Top with fresh raspberries if using. Place the second layer on top.
- In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Pour over the chocolate and let sit for 2–3 minutes. Stir until smooth, then mix in the butter.
- Pour or spread the ganache over the cake, letting it drip slightly down the sides for a truffle-like look. Let it set slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use brewed coffee instead of hot water.
- This cake can be made a day in advance; just store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cake, Chocolate Cake, Raspberry Dessert, Truffle Cake