Vanilla Cake with Chocolate Ganache
For Vanilla Cake with Chocolate Ganache, bake a vanilla cake using your favorite recipe or a box mix. Let it cool completely. For the ganache, heat heavy cream until just boiling, then pour it over chopped dark chocolate. Stir until smooth and let it cool slightly. Spread the ganache over the cooled cake and let it set before serving.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Cake Pans
- Oven
- Double boiler or saucepan and heat-safe bowl
- piping bag (optional)
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 Eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup Flour Maida
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- A pinch of Salt
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract or powder
For the White Chocolate Ganache:
- 1/4 cup white chocolate
- 2 tbsp whipping cream
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1/4 cup milk chocolate
- 2 tbsp whipping cream
- 1 tsp butter
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup whipping cream
Instructions
Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a small cake pan (about 6-inch round or similar size).
Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing gently until combined.
- Stir in the oil and vanilla extract or powder until the batter is smooth.
Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
Prepare the White Chocolate Ganache:
- In a small saucepan, heat the whipping cream until it starts to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the white chocolate. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
- Let it cool to room temperature.
Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
- In another small saucepan, heat the whipping cream until it starts to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the milk chocolate and butter. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
- Let it cool to room temperature.
Prepare the Frosting:
- Whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, spread a layer of the white chocolate ganache over the top of the cake.
- Then, spread a layer of whipped cream frosting over the ganache.
- Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the frosting.
Serve:
- Slice and serve the cake. Enjoy your delicious vanilla cake with chocolate ganache!
Notes
When preparing the ganache, it’s crucial to pour the hot cream over the chocolate rather than heating the chocolate directly.
This method prevents the chocolate from burning and ensures a silky smooth texture. Also, always let your cake cool completely before adding the ganache, as a warm cake can cause the ganache to melt and become too runny.