Description
This Chocolate Truffle Cake with Milk Chocolate Buttercream is the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers. With rich, ultra-moist cake layers, silky milk chocolate buttercream, a luxurious ganache drip, and homemade chocolate truffles on top, this decadent dessert is perfect for any special occasion. Impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth with this stunning, show-stopping cake.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
Butter
Sour cream
Cake flour
Cocoa powder (natural)
Milk
Cream cheese
For the Milk Chocolate Buttercream:
Melted milk chocolate
Softened butter
Powdered sugar
Milk
Vanilla extract
Cream cheese
For the Chocolate Drip:
Heavy cream
Semi-sweet chocolate
For the Chocolate Truffles:
Heavy cream
Semi-sweet chocolate
Cocoa powder or chopped nuts (for rolling)
Instructions
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Make the Cake Batter:
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Whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder) and mix in the wet ingredients (butter, milk, sour cream, cream cheese) until just combined.
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Pour the batter into greased cake pans and bake at 350°F (177°C) for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely.
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Make the Milk Chocolate Buttercream:
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Melt the milk chocolate and beat with softened butter until smooth.
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Add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cream cheese to create a silky, truffle-like frosting. Beat until light and fluffy.
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Assemble the Cake:
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Frost each layer with a generous amount of buttercream and chill to set the layers.
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Once chilled, finish frosting the outside of the cake and chill again to firm up the frosting.
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Make Chocolate Truffles:
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Pour heavy cream over chopped semi-sweet chocolate, let it cool slightly, then refrigerate until solid.
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Scoop the chilled ganache and roll into small balls. Roll the truffles in cocoa powder or chopped nuts.
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Make the Ganache Drip:
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Heat the heavy cream and pour over chopped semi-sweet chocolate. Stir until smooth and glossy. Let it cool slightly before drizzling over the cake.
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Decorate the Cake:
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Drizzle the ganache over the cake for a luxurious drip effect.
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Top with the homemade chocolate truffles for an indulgent finish.
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Notes
Texture Tip: Cake flour ensures a light, tender cake crumb. If using all-purpose flour, add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch per cup of flour as a substitute.
Flavor Variations: You can substitute dark chocolate for the ganache drip and truffles for a more intense chocolate flavor.
Cream Cheese: The cream cheese in the frosting adds a slight tang and creaminess, but can be omitted if you prefer a sweeter frosting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: Varies based on serving size
