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The Midnight Velvet Decadence: Dark Chocolate & Salted Caramel Truffle Cake”
βπ Ingredients
βFor the Dark Chocolate Cake Layers:
β2 cups all-purpose flour
β1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (high quality for deep flavor)
β2 teaspoons baking soda
β1 teaspoon baking powder
β1 teaspoon salt
β1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
β2 large eggs
β1 cup buttermilk
β1/2 cup vegetable oil
β2 teaspoons vanilla extract
β1 cup strong hot coffee (or hot water)
βFor the Salted Caramel Filling:
β1 cup granulated sugar
β1/4 cup water
β6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
β1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed
β1 teaspoon sea salt (or more, to taste)
βFor the Dark Chocolate Ganache Glaze:
β12 oz (approx. 340g) high-quality dark chocolate (60-70% cacao), finely chopped
β1 1/2 cups heavy cream
β2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for extra shine)
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