Ice Crime Chocolate Overload Explosion Cake Recipe
This Ice Crime Chocolate Overload Explosion Cake is a chocolate lover's paradise! Loaded with layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy ganache, and crunchy chocolate toppings, this indulgent dessert is perfect for any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chocolate ganache
- ½ cup crushed chocolate cookies
- ½ cup chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla; mix until well combined.
- Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin).
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let cakes cool completely before frosting with ganache.
- Layer the cake with chocolate ganache and top with chocolate chips, crushed cookies, and chocolate shavings.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg