Decadent Chocolate Bourbon Cake
Decadent Chocolate Bourbon Cake - A Rich and Indulgent Dessert
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of our Decadent Chocolate Bourbon Cake. This dessert is perfect for any special occasion or when you just want to treat yourself to something sweet and satisfying. With a moist and fluffy chocolate cake infused with the bold flavors of bourbon, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients (serves 8-10):
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup bourbon
For the chocolate ganache:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat together the sugar and vegetable oil until well combined. Add in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, until the batter is smooth and well combined.
5. Stir in the bourbon until fully incorporated.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. While the cake is baking, prepare the chocolate ganache. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
8. Remove the cream from the heat and add in the chopped chocolate and bourbon. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the ganache is smooth.
9. Once the cake is done baking, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cake has cooled, pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
11. Serve the Decadent Chocolate Bourbon Cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
This Decadent Chocolate Bourbon Cake is a perfect combination of rich chocolate and bold bourbon flavors. The moist and fluffy cake is perfectly complemented by the smooth and creamy chocolate ganache. This dessert is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more. Enjoy this indulgent treat for any special occasion or just because you deserve it.
Type: Dessert
Main ingredients: Chocolate, Bourbon, Buttermilk
