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Cake 10/06/2025 01:41

πŸ«πŸ“ Triple Layer Raspberry Chocolate Cake

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Three layers of moist chocolate cake, filled with tangy raspberry compote and covered in rich ganache — a showstopping dessert for any celebration!
 
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
1¾ cups all-purpose flour
 
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
 
2 cups granulated sugar
 
1½ tsp baking powder
 
1½ tsp baking soda
 
1 tsp salt
 
2 large eggs
 
1 cup whole milk
 
½ cup vegetable oil
 
2 tsp vanilla extract
 
1 cup boiling water
 
For the Raspberry Filling:
2 cups fresh raspberries
 
¼ cup granulated sugar
 
2 tbsp cornstarch
 
2 tbsp water
 
1 tsp lemon juice
 
For the Chocolate Ganache:
1 cup heavy cream
 
8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
 
Optional Garnishes:
Fresh raspberries
 
Chocolate shavings
 
Mint leaves
 
Directions
1. Preheat and Prep:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
 
2. Make the Chocolate Cake Batter:
In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Gradually stir in the boiling water — the batter will be thin.
 
3. Bake the Cake Layers:
Divide batter evenly between the three prepared pans.
Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
 
4. Prepare the Raspberry Filling:
In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, lemon juice, water, and cornstarch.
Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened.
Remove from heat and cool completely.
 
5. Make the Ganache:
Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan just until it begins to boil.
Remove from heat and pour over the chopped chocolate in a bowl.
Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until glossy and smooth. Allow to cool slightly to thicken.
 
6. Assemble the Cake:
Place the first cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
Spread with half the raspberry filling.
Top with the second cake layer, spread remaining filling.
Place the third layer on top.
Pour ganache over the top and gently spread down the sides.
 
7. Decorate and Serve:
Garnish with fresh raspberries, chocolate shavings, and mint leaves if desired.
Chill briefly to set the ganache, then slice and enjoy!
 
Quick Facts
⏰ Prep Time: 30 minutes
 
πŸ”₯ Bake Time: 32 minutes
 
⏳ Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
 
🍽️ Servings: 12 slices
 
πŸ”₯ Calories: ~520 kcal per slice

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