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Chocolate Raspberry Cake: Rich, Moist, and Perfectly Balanced


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  • Author: Laura Jennings
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 10 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Moist chocolate cake layered with fresh raspberries and covered in glossy ganache a sweet and tangy treat.


Ingredients

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1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

¾ cup cocoa powder

1 ½ tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 cup sugar

2 large eggs

1 cup buttermilk

½ cup vegetable oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup hot coffee

1 ½ cups raspberries

Ganache: 1 cup chocolate chips + ½ cup cream


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 8-inch pans.

2. Mix flour, cocoa, baking powder, soda, and salt.

3. In another bowl, beat eggs, sugar, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla.

4. Combine dry mix with wet, then add hot coffee.

5. Divide into pans; bake 35 minutes.

6. Cool, add raspberries between layers.

7. Top with warm ganache and chill 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use fresh or frozen raspberries. For richer flavor, add a layer of raspberry jam.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 28 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Protein: 5 g