Ice Crime Chocolate Overload Explosion Cake Recipe
This Ice Crime Chocolate Overload Explosion Cake is the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers! Featuring rich chocolate cake layers, creamy ganache, and a fudgy chocolate drizzle, this dessert is pure indulgence. Perfect for celebrations or satisfying your sweet cravings!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- 8 oz dark chocolate (for ganache)
- Chocolate shavings & sprinkles (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
- Stir in boiling water slowly until batter is smooth. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let cakes cool completely.
- Prepare the ganache by heating heavy cream and pouring over chopped dark chocolate. Stir until smooth.
- Layer cakes with ganache, then pour extra ganache over the top for a dripping effect.
- Decorate with chocolate shavings and sprinkles. Chill before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Chill cake before slicing for clean cuts.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 320mg