Description
A rich chocolate cake layered with raspberry filling and topped with chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
																
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			- 2 cups all-purpose flour
 - 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
 - 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
 - 1 teaspoon salt
 - 2 large eggs
 - 1 cup whole milk
 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
 - 1 cup boiling water
 - 1 cup raspberry preserves
 - 1 cup heavy cream
 - 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
 
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
 - Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
 - In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
 - Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
 - Stir in boiling water until well combined.
 - Pour the batter into prepared pans.
 - Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
 - Let the cakes cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pans.
 - Spread raspberry preserves between the layers.
 - Heat heavy cream until just simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate. Stir until smooth.
 - Pour ganache over the top of the cake.
 
Notes
- Use fresh raspberries for garnish.
 - Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
 
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
 - Cook Time: 35 minutes
 - Category: Dessert
 - Method: Baking
 - Cuisine: American
 
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
 - Calories: 350
 - Sugar: 25g
 - Sodium: 200mg
 - Fat: 18g
 - Saturated Fat: 10g
 - Unsaturated Fat: 8g
 - Trans Fat: 0g
 - Carbohydrates: 45g
 - Fiber: 3g
 - Protein: 5g
 - Cholesterol: 40mg
 
Keywords: Christmas Chocolate Raspberry Cake