CAKES▫️VLADIVOSTOK▫️ARTEM on Instagram: “🌼🫶🏻 Ganache+velvet coating” | Birthday cakes, Creative birthday cakes, Birthday cake designs

Why make this recipe

This cake is not just any dessert; it’s a celebration on a plate! The vibrant colors and rich ganache make it perfect for birthdays and special occasions. Plus, the velvet coating adds a wonderful touch that impresses everyone.

How to make CAKES▫️VLADIVOSTOK▫️ARTEM

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 and ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 and ½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for ganache)
• Red and blue food coloring (for velvet coating)

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
4. Stir in boiling water carefully. The batter will be thin, but that’s okay!
5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
8. For the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it simmers. Pour over the chocolate chips in a bowl and stir until smooth.
9. Once the cakes are cooled, use the ganache to coat the top of one cake layer. Stack the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with remaining ganache.
10. Mix red and blue food coloring with the remaining ganache to create a velvet coating. Use a spatula to cover the cake with this colorful mix.

How to serve CAKES▫️VLADIVOSTOK▫️ARTEM

Slice the cake into individual pieces and serve on dessert plates. It pairs nicely with a glass of milk or coffee. Add some fresh fruits or sprinkles on top for an extra touch!

How to store CAKES▫️VLADIVOSTOK▫️ARTEM

Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, refrigerate it for up to a week. Just make sure to let it come back to room temperature before serving.

Tips to make CAKES▫️VLADIVOSTOK▫️ARTEM

• Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature for the best mix.
• Do not skip the boiling water step; it helps to make the cake extra moist!
• Feel free to adjust the food coloring to get the perfect shades you want.

Variation (if any)

You can easily switch up the flavors by adding a hint of coffee or a splash of almond extract to the batter. For a fruity touch, consider adding fresh berries between the layers or on top as decoration.

FAQs

1. Can I use different types of flour?
   Yes, you can try using gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.

2. Can I make this cake ahead of time?
   Absolutely! You can bake the cakes a day in advance and store them wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.

3. What can I substitute for heavy cream in the ganache?
   You can use a mixture of whole milk and butter as a lighter alternative to heavy cream.

Velvet Ganache Cake

A vibrant and rich dessert perfect for celebrations, featuring a moist cake coated in smooth ganache and a colorful velvet finish.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Cake, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs Room temperature
• 1 cup whole milk Room temperature
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water Added carefully

For the ganache

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the velvet coating

• as needed Red and blue food coloring To achieve desired shades

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
4. Carefully stir in boiling water. The batter will be thin.
5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.

Baking

1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
2. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Ganache Preparation

1. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it simmers. Pour over the chocolate chips in a bowl and stir until smooth.

Assembly

1. Once the cakes are cooled, use the ganache to coat the top of one cake layer. Stack the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining ganache.
2. Mix red and blue food coloring with the remaining ganache to create a velvet coating. Use a spatula to cover the cake with this colorful mix.

Notes

Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, refrigerate it for up to a week and let it come back to room temperature before serving. Use room temperature ingredients for the best mix.

Naya Lucas