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Double Fudge Whiskey Cake

Double Fudge Whiskey Cake is a moist, rich, and dense chocolate cake with a subtle hint of whiskey, then topped with a whiskey ganache. It is a sophisticated dessert for Adults Only that blends the flavors of chocolate with a little booziness!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time46 minutes
Total Time1 hour 1 minute
Course: Dessert
Keyword: Double Fudge Whiskey Cake
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 683kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke--iambaker.net

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 ½ cups (273 g) milk chocolate chips
  • 1 ¾ cups (219 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (88.5 g) Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 5 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ¾ cups (350 g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (163.5 g) vegetable oil
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup (4 ounces) whiskey

Whiskey Ganache

  • 2 cups (364 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons whiskey

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F and spray a 9×13-inch metal baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • To a medium, microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chips are melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly while you prepare the dry ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
  • To the bowl of a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, add the eggs and sugar. Mix at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • With the mixer on low, add the melted chocolate, vegetable oil, water, and whiskey. Mix until smooth.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until no lumps remain.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 46-48 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out with a few crumbs, but no wet batter.
  • While the cake is cooling, make the ganache.
  • To a small saucepan over low heat, add the chocolate chips, heavy cream, and whiskey. Stir until all the chocolate chips have melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
  • Allow the ganache to cool for about 5 minutes before pouring it over the cake. This will help it thicken slightly and ensure a smooth, even coating.

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Notes

Please note that the ganache contains alcohol. Do not give to anyone under the age of 21. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 683kcal