A rich and moist Chocolate Pumpkin Layer Cake perfect for fall gatherings. The combination of chocolate and pumpkin creates a deliciously unique and flavorful treat.
Ingredients
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups chocolate chips For the ganache
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the ganache, melt chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth, then let it cool slightly.
- Spread ganache between the cake layers and over the top. Serve the cake at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg