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Hot Cocoa Cake

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 520
A rich and moist chocolate cake layered with marshmallow frosting and topped with chocolate ganache, perfect for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • 1½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt

Wet ingredients

  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water or hot brewed coffee

Frosting and topping

  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Optional toppings

  • to taste Mini marshmallows (optional)
  • to taste Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder (optional)
  • to taste Crushed peppermint (optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease, flour, and line two 8-inch pans.
  • Mix dry ingredients; in another bowl, beat wet ingredients. Combine and add hot water until batter is smooth.
  • Divide batter into pans; bake for 30–35 minutes. Cool completely before frosting.
  • Prepare meringue: whisk egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar over simmering water until warm, then beat until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla.
  • Heat cream, pour over chocolate and butter, stir until smooth. Frost cake, drizzle ganache, and decorate as desired.

Notes

Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes before slicing to set the frosting and ganache.
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate