Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- Red food coloring (optional for an arcane energy effect)
- Dark chocolate ganache (for topping)
- Edible gold or red accents (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Gradually add to dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Stir in boiling water, adding a few drops of red food coloring for a mystical, arcane energy effect.
- Divide batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
- Spread ganache between layers and over the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with edible gold or red accents to mimic arcane symbols and glowing energies.
Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for the most intense flavor.
- Add more food coloring for a more dramatic mystical effect.
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before applying ganache to prevent melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 430 Kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg