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Classic Heaven on Earth Cake
Traditional dish · American
A beloved layered dessert featuring a rich chocolate cake base, a creamy no-bake cheesecake filling, and a decadent chocolate ganache topping. This is the quintessential version of the dessert.
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
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract.
- 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
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
Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- 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
Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until no streaks remain.
- 9
Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the cooled chocolate cake layer.
- 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
Pour the ganache over the cheesecake layer, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
- 12
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
- 13
Slice and serve chilled.
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