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Matilda Chocolate Cake

Matilda Chocolate Cake
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with our Matilda Chocolate Cake, an ultra-moist triple-layer chocolate delight that will take your taste buds on a joyous ride. Inspired by the beloved film *Matilda*, this cake is perfect for any celebration or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day. Each bite reveals layers of rich cocoa flavor and bursts of melty chocolate chips, topped with a glossy ganache that adds a luxurious finish. Whether for birthdays, family gatherings, or movie nights, this cake promises to be a showstopper that brings everyone together in pure bliss.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • ¾ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder, sifted
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1¼ cups buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp espresso powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • For ganache: 12 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. Melt dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler until smooth; set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, cream unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and melted chocolate until combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, espresso powder (if using), and salt.
  6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture; mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
  7. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  8. To prepare ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering; pour over chopped dark chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes before stirring until smooth. Add butter and mix until glossy.
  9. Once cakes are completely cooled, layer with ganache between them and drizzle the remaining ganache over the top.

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