Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch (20 cm) springform pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper to ensure the cakes release smoothly after baking.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Stir these dry ingredients together until well distributed, creating a nice foundation for your cake.
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In another bowl, add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat this mixture until it is incredibly smooth; this will be the base of your cake that infuses it with flavor.
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Slowly incorporate the hot coffee into the batter. Don’t worry if the batter appears runny; this is absolutely normal and will contribute to the tremendous moistness of the cake.
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Divide the batter equally between the prepared pans. Bake in your preheated oven for about 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, transfer them out of the oven and allow the layers to cool completely in the pans.
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While the cake is cooling, prepare the fudge filling by heating the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat. Do not let it boil—just warm it enough until you can see steam rising.
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Pour the warm cream over the chocolate chips and butter in a separate bowl. Let it sit for 2 minutes, allowing the heat to melt the chocolate before stirring it until smooth and silky.
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Place the fudge mixture in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes, just until it becomes slightly thickened; this will help you spread it easily on the cake later.
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Once the cakes are cooled, carefully place the first cake layer on a serving plate.
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Spread the fudge filling evenly over the first layer, creating a rich covering that beckons for the next layer.
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Gently place the second cake on top of the first. For a tight seal, refrigerate the cake for an additional 15 minutes.
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To prepare the ganache, heat the heavy cream until it is steaming. Pour the hot cream over the dark chocolate in a bowl.
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Allow it to sit for 2 minutes. Then stir vigorously until the mixture is smooth and glossy. This ganache is going to be the crowning touch that makes your cake a phenomenal treat!
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If desired, add a tablespoon of butter to the ganache for extra shine, and mix until incorporated.
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Finally, pour the ganache over the cooled cake, letting it cascade joyfully down the sides. Make sure to cover the top evenly for that delectable presentation.
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