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Dubai Chocolate Cake Recipe

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A rich and indulgent Dubai Chocolate Cake recipe featuring a moist cocoa-flavored sponge topped with smooth, luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for chocolate lovers looking to recreate a decadent dessert at home.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Chocolate Ganache

  • 200 grams dark chocolate, chopped
  • 200 ml heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of all dry ingredients.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
  3. Mix Dry and Wet: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing thoroughly with a spatula or electric mixer at low speed until just combined.
  4. Add Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water to the batter to thin it out; this will result in a moist and tender cake. The batter will be liquidy, which is expected.
  5. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  6. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan placed on a wire rack before removing it from the pan to prevent it from breaking.
  8. Prepare Chocolate Ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a bowl. Let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes, then stir gently until smooth and glossy. Add the butter and stir until fully incorporated for extra shine and richness.
  9. Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, pour the ganache over the top, using a spatula to spread it evenly across the surface and edges. Allow the ganache to set slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Using boiling water in the batter helps to bloom the cocoa powder and enhances the chocolate flavor.
  • Ensure the cake is fully cooled before applying ganache to prevent it from melting and sliding off.
  • For a more intense chocolate flavor, use high-quality dark cocoa powder and chocolate of at least 70% cocoa content.
  • You can refrigerate the cake after frosting; allow the ganache to come to room temperature before serving for best texture.
  • Substitute whole milk with any plant-based milk to make the cake dairy-free, but note the recipe will not be vegan due to eggs and butter.

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