This decadent chocolate and vanilla layer cake is a delightful treat that combines rich, moist chocolate cake layers with creamy vanilla and chocolate fillings. Perfect for special occasions or simply to indulge your sweet tooth, this cake is sure to impress. The image above showcases beautifully layered slices of cake with generous portions of chocolate ganache and vanilla cream, making it a dessert to remember. Here’s how you can create this luxurious cake at home.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Vanilla Cream Filling:

• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

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