Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups
- Granulated sugar: 2 cups
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 3/4 cup
- Baking soda: 1 1/2 teaspoons
- Baking powder: 1 1/2 teaspoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Eggs: 2 large
- Milk: 1 cup
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup
- Boiling water: 1 cup
- Raspberry jam: 1 cup
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 1 cup
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add the eggs, milk, and oil and mix until combined. Gradually add the boiling water and mix until the batter is smooth (batter will be thin).
- Step 3: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 4: While the cakes are cooling, make the ganache drip. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering. Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl. Let stand for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth and glossy.
- Step 5: Once the cakes are completely cooled, level them if needed. Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand and spread with raspberry jam. Top with the second cake layer.
- Step 6: Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Let the ganache set slightly before serving.
Notes
- Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- A small slice of this cake pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Gently warm individual slices in the microwave for a few seconds to enhance the chocolate's richness, but be careful not to overheat.
- For a richer raspberry flavor, warm the jam slightly before spreading it to make it more pliable and easier to spread evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American