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
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
- Boiling water: 1 cup
- Raspberry jam: 1 cup
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 8 ounces
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 flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract and mix until just combined. Gradually add boiling water and mix until batter is smooth.
- Step 3: Divide batter evenly between prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Step 4: Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 5: While cakes are cooling, make the chocolate ganache: Heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Pour over chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth.
- Step 6: Once cakes are cool, level the tops if needed. Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread raspberry jam evenly over the top. Place the second cake layer on top. Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the ganache to set before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep the raspberry jam fresh and the cake moist.
- If you want to warm up a slice, microwave it for about 15 seconds to slightly soften the ganache.
- Serve each slice with a dollop of fresh whipped cream and a few fresh raspberries for an extra burst of flavor.
- Chef's tip: Don't overmix the batter after adding the boiling water; a gently mixed batter yields a more tender cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American