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Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cake

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A decadent dessert featuring rich chocolate layers and a vibrant raspberry filling, perfect for celebrations or cozy treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
  • 1/4 cup sugar (for filling)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter (for ganache)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8-inch cake pans.
  2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then beat in eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla.
  4. Incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Cool the cakes completely on a wire rack.
  7. Simmer raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan until thickened, then cool.
  8. Heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips, and mix until smooth.
  9. Assemble the cake with raspberry filling between layers and ganache on top.
  10. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Use high-quality chocolate for a richer ganache.

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