Ingredients :
For the Cake:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened
cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1
teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2
teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate
chips
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened
cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream
(adjust for desired consistency)
For Garnish:
- Dark chocolate shavings or chocolate curls (optional)
- Additional chocolate
chips
Instructions :
1. Prepare the Cake: - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour
three 9-inch round cake pans. - In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa
powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well. - Add the eggs, milk,
vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes. -
Stir in the boiling water (the batter will be thin). Fold in the semi-sweet and
milk chocolate chips. - Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
2.
Bake: - Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center
comes out clean. - Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer
to wire racks to cool completely.
3. Make the Frosting: - In a large bowl, beat
the softened butter until creamy. - Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa
powder, mixing until combined. - Add salt, vanilla extract, and heavy cream.
Beat on high speed until fluffy. Adjust the cream for desired consistency.
4.
Assemble the Cake: - Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a
serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top. - Place the second layer on
top and repeat with frosting. Add the third layer and frost the top and sides of
the cake. - Garnish with dark chocolate shavings or additional chocolate chips
if desired.
5. Serve: - Slice and enjoy your decadent Triple Chocolate Cake!
Tips
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. - You
can add chocolate ganache for an extra layer of chocolate flavor.
Enjoy your
baking! Let me know how it turns out!
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