Description
Indulge in the heavenly flavors of Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake, a decadent dessert that marries rich chocolate with luscious caramel. This cake is perfect for any celebration or as a delightful way to treat yourself. The moist layers and silky frosting create an irresistible experience that will have your guests begging for seconds. With its impressive presentation and easy preparation, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your home. Elevate your dessert game and impress loved ones with this gourmet delight!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 3/4 cup hot water
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large egg whites (for frosting)
- 1 cup dark brown sugar (for frosting)
- 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup dulce de leche (for frosting)
- 2 oz dark chocolate (for ganache)
- 2 oz heavy whipping cream (for ganache)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix oil, buttermilk, hot water, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet and dry mixtures without overmixing.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool before frosting with the prepared dulce de leche frosting and drizzling ganache on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg