Classic Heaven on Earth Cake

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour2 cups
• granulated sugar2 cups
• unsweetened cocoa powder3/4 cup
• baking soda2 teaspoons
• baking powder1 teaspoon
• salt1 teaspoon
• eggs2 large
• buttermilk1 cup
• vegetable oil1/2 cup
• vanilla extract2 teaspoons
• hot water1 cup
• cream cheese, softened32 oz
• sweetened condensed milk2 cans (14 oz each)
• lemon juice1/4 cup
• whipped topping, thawed2 cups
• semi-sweet chocolate chips12 oz
• heavy cream1/2 cup

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.

5. 5

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. 6

   Let the cake cool completely in the pan.

7. 7

   While the cake cools, prepare the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice until well combined.

8. 8

   Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until no streaks remain.

9. 9

   Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the cooled chocolate cake layer.

10. 10

    Prepare the chocolate ganache: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.

11. 11

    Pour the ganache over the cheesecake layer, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.

12. 12

    Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until firm.

13. 13

    Slice and serve chilled.