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Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipe

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4.6 from 136 reviews
  • Author: Elara
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This rich and moist Chocolate Bundt Cake combines deep cocoa flavors with a tender crumb, enhanced by a smooth, glossy chocolate ganache. Ideal for celebrations or cozy gatherings, it features a unique blend of brewed coffee and buttermilk that intensifies the chocolate taste and keeps the cake wonderfully moist.

Ingredients

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For the Cake

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 ½ cups Dutch cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup brewed coffee

For the Ganache

  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan thoroughly to ensure the cake does not stick.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift or stir together the flour, Dutch cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute all dry ingredients.
  4. Incorporate Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk and brewed coffee. Stir gently and just until combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
  5. Fill the Pan and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
  6. Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack or plate and allow it to cool completely before adding the ganache.
  7. Prepare Ganache: Place the chopped semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it is just simmering. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it stand for 2-3 minutes to soften the chocolate. Whisk gently until the ganache is smooth and glossy.
  8. Glaze the Cake: Drizzle the warm ganache evenly over the cooled cake, allowing it to flow down the sides naturally. Let the ganache set at room temperature before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Using Dutch cocoa powder gives a smoother, less acidic chocolate flavor compared to natural cocoa powder.
  • Brewed coffee enhances the chocolate flavor without adding a coffee taste; you can substitute with hot water if preferred.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense or tough cake texture.
  • Allow the ganache to set properly for clean slices.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chocolate bundt cake, chocolate ganache, moist chocolate cake, bundt cake recipe, chocolate dessert

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