Best 4 Dark Chocolate Ganache Brownie Cakes Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our dark chocolate ganache brownie cakes, a heavenly treat that combines the richness of dark chocolate with the fudgy texture of brownies. These decadent cakes are elevated with a luscious ganache frosting, creating an irresistible experience. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to satisfy every craving, from classic dark chocolate ganache brownies to unique variations like salted caramel and peanut butter ganache brownies. Each recipe provides detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure perfect results, whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with these exquisite dark chocolate ganache brownie cakes, guaranteed to be the star of any occasion.

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DARK CHOCOLATE GANACHE BROWNIE CAKES



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An indulgent chocolate brownie covered in rich chocolate ganache takes dessert to a new level.

Provided by Nestle Toll House

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Nestle® Toll House®

Time 1h45m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ⅔ cups NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Dark Chocolate Morsels
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3 tablespoons water
3 large eggs
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ⅛ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
2 1/2-inch round metal cookie cutter
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Dark Chocolate Morsels

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line 13x9-inch baking pan with foil; lightly grease.
  • Heat morsels, sugar, butter and water in medium saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate and butter are melted. Remove from heat. Stir in eggs, one at a time, until blended. Stir in vanilla extract. Add flour and salt; stir well. Pour into prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out slightly sticky. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Holding sides of foil, lift brownie from pan to cutting board. Carefully remove foil and return brownie to board. Cut away 1/4-inch from each side. Cut out 15 cakes with cookie cutter, twisting gently to remove. For easier cutting, cutter can be wiped clean and/or greased lightly between cuttings. Scraps can be saved for another use, such as an ice cream topping, milkshakes or a snack. Serve cakes with Dark Chocolate Ganache.
  • For Dark Chocolate Ganache: Heat cream in 2-cup microwave-safe glass measure or small bowl on high (100%) power for 30 to 40 seconds. Slowly add morsels. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir well. Refrigerate any remaining ganache.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 64.3 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 56.9 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

DARK CHOCOLATE GANACHE



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Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
18 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped into 1/2 - ounce pieces

Steps:

  • Heat the heavy cream and the butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil. Place the semisweet chocolate in a 3-quart stainless steel bowl. Pour the boiling cream over the chocolate and allow to stand for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth.
  • CHOCOLATE MINT XXX'S
  • The fantasy begins by placing the chopped chocolates in a medium-size bowl. Heat the cream, sugar, and chopped mint in a 1 1/2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar; bring to a boil. Immediately pour the boiling cream through a medium-gauge strainer into the bowl of chopped chocolate. Discard the mint. Use a whisk to gently stir until the cream and chocolate come together in a smooth and glistening pool. Pour the mixture onto a baking sheet with sides and use a rubber spatula to spread the chocolate to the edges. Refrigerate for 40 minutes remove the chocolate mint mixture from the refrigerator and transfer it to a pastry bag fitted with a medium star tip. Line a clean baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the mint leaves on the baking sheet. Form the kisses by piping about 1 tablespoon of chocolate mint mixture onto each leaf, creating a spiral conical shape, about 1- inch high for each kiss Refrigerate the kisses for 30 minutes until firm. Store the kisses, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to a hour remove the chocolate mint mixture from the refrigerator and transfer it to a pastry bag fitted with a medium star tip. Line a clean baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the mint leaves on the baking sheet. Form the kisses by piping about 1 tablespoon of chocolate mint mixture onto each leaf, creating a spiral conical shape, about 1- inch high for each kiss. Refrigerate the kisses for 30 minutes until firm. Store the kisses, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to a week.

DEEP & DARK GANACHE CAKE



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My ode to all things chocolate, this is a phenomenally rich and satisfying chocolate ganache cake recipe. - Tarra Knight, Benbrook, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1-1/2 cups hot brewed coffee
4 large eggs
3 cups sugar
3/4 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
GANACHE FROSTING:
16 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 cups heavy whipping cream
5 teaspoons light corn syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Line bottoms of 3 greased 8-in. square baking pans with parchment; grease the paper. , Place chocolate in a small bowl. Pour hot coffee over chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, beat eggs on high speed until lemon-colored. Gradually add sugar, oil, vanilla and the chocolate mixture, beating until well blended. In another bowl, mix flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to chocolate mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. , Transfer to prepared pans. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For ganache, place chocolate in a large bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream and corn syrup just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth., Let stand at room temperature to cool and thicken slightly, about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. (Mixture will be very soft, but will thicken when spread onto cake.), Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1/3 cup ganache. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread remaining ganache over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 calories, Fat 27g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

DARK-CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH GANACHE FROSTING



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This dense cake offers an intense chocolate experience, complete with fudgy frosting.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pans
1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa (spooned and leveled), plus more for pans
2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups packed light-brown sugar
2 large eggs plus 2 large egg yolks, room temperature
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
Dark-Chocolate Ganache

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter two 8-inch round cake pans; dust with cocoa, tapping out excess. Line bottom of each pan with a round of parchment paper; set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition; beat in chocolate and vanilla. With mixer on low, alternately add flour mixture in three parts and buttermilk in two, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
  • Divide batter between prepared pans; smooth tops. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center of a cake comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Cool in pans 15 minutes; run a knife around edge of each pan, and invert cakes onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Set a rimmed baking sheet upside down on a work surface. Place one cake on sheet, and spread top with 1/3 of ganache. Place second cake on top, and spread remaining ganache over top and sides of cake. Using two wide metal spatulas, carefully transfer frosted cake to a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576 g, Fat 41 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70% for the ganache and brownies to ensure a rich and decadent flavor.
  • Finely chop the chocolate before melting it to create a smooth and lump-free ganache.
  • Use unsalted butter for the ganache and brownies to control the saltiness of the recipe and prevent it from becoming too salty.
  • Allow the ganache to cool slightly before pouring it over the brownies to prevent it from melting and sinking into the brownies.
  • Chill the brownies completely before slicing and serving to ensure they hold their shape and have a clean, sharp cut.

Conclusion:

These dark chocolate ganache brownie cakes are a delightful treat that combines the richness of dark chocolate ganache with the fudgy texture of brownies. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can easily create this decadent dessert at home. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these brownie cakes are sure to impress your friends and family with their irresistible flavor and elegant presentation. Enjoy this heavenly dessert and savor every bite of chocolatey goodness!

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