Triple Chocolate Ganache Layer Cake

Triple Chocolate Ganache Layer Cake

If you’re a true chocolate lover, this Triple Chocolate Ganache Layer Cake is the ultimate dessert. Moist chocolate cake, rich chocolate buttercream, and silky ganache come together to create a decadent cake that’s perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup hot coffee

For the Ganache

• 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 1½ cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter

How to Make Triple Chocolate Ganache Layer Cake

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease three 8-inch cake pans and line with parchment paper.
2. Whisk together the dry ingredients. Add the eggs, milk, oil, vanilla, and hot coffee, then mix until smooth.
3. Divide the batter between the pans and bake for 28–32 minutes. Cool completely.
4. Heat the cream until steaming, pour over the chocolate, let stand for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Mix in the butter.
5. Spread ganache between each cake layer and over the top. Chill briefly before slicing.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra-special dessert.

Storage

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Let the cake sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving.

Helpful Tip

For the smoothest ganache, use high-quality chocolate and allow it to cool slightly before spreading between the cake layers.