Black and White Cake
Indulge in the delightful harmony of a black and white cake, featuring luscious layers of rich chocolate and creamy vanilla. Topped with a silky ganache, this visually stunning dessert brings joy to any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or simply a sweet treat after dinner. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, this cake will transport you back to cherished memories while satisfying your cravings for something truly special.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for ganache)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips in a bowl, let sit before stirring until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg