Description
Black Magic Cake is a rich, moist chocolate cake with a deep cocoa flavor enhanced by brewed coffee and a smooth semi-sweet chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this Bundt cake combines simple pantry ingredients to create an indulgent dessert suitable for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil or canola oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup brewed coffee, room temperature
Ganache Ingredients
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Grease and flour a 12-cup Bundt cake pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cake.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, unsweetened cocoa powder, and sugar. This step helps remove lumps and combines the dry ingredients evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, and brewed coffee. The coffee intensifies the chocolate flavor without overpowering the cake.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently until everything is just combined to avoid overmixing, which can affect the cake’s texture.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared Bundt cake pan, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then, carefully remove it from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and helps the cake set.
- Prepare Ganache: Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir until you achieve a smooth, glossy ganache.
- Finish Cake: Spread the warm ganache evenly over the cooled cake. Let it set slightly before slicing and serving for a decadent finish.
Notes
- Room temperature coffee enhances the chocolate flavor without curdling the batter.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for the best flavor.
- Ensure the cake is fully cooled before adding ganache to prevent it from melting.
- The Bundt pan should be well greased and floured to avoid sticking.
- Leftover cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
