Best 6 Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Truffle Cake Recipes
Indulge in the symphony of chocolate flavors with Ghirardelli's Triple Chocolate Truffle Cake, a masterpiece that elevates the classic dessert to new heights. This decadent cake combines three distinct types of chocolate – rich cocoa, luscious milk chocolate, and intense semisweet chocolate – to create a harmonious blend that tantalizes the taste buds. With a moist and airy chocolate cake base, a velvety and indulgent chocolate truffle filling, and a luscious chocolate ganache frosting, this cake is a true celebration of chocolate's versatility. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you spellbound with every bite. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to impress your guests or a home cook seeking a special treat for your loved ones, this Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Truffle Cake is sure to become a cherished recipe in your kitchen.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TRIPLE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE CAKE
The grand prize winner in Ghirardelli's contest, created by Gigi Burton of New Jersey. I'm sure Ghirardelli's chocolate would make this sublime, but generic works just as well for a fine product.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325°. Arrange a rack in center of oven. Butter the bottom and sides of a 9 by 2 inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter, stirring occasionally until smooth. Cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl with an electric mixer fitted with the whip attachment, whip the eggs and salt on medium speed until doubled in volume, about 5 minutes. Gently fold the whipped eggs, a third at a time, into the melted chocolate. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Prepare a water bath for the cake by placing the cake pan in a larger pan and filling the large pan halfway up the sides of the cake pan with hot, but not boiling water.
- Bake for about 40 minutes, or until the cake pulls away from the sides of the pan and is set in the center. Remove the pan from the water bath to a cooling rack and cool the cake completely in the pan. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. To remove the cake from the pan, dip the pan in warm water halfway up the sides and run a thin metal spatula around the inside of the pan. Invert onto a plate to unmold and remove the parchment paper.
- To prepare the ganache, bring the heavy cream to a simmer in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour the heated cream over the milk chocolate chips. Stir gently until smooth and allow to cool slightly. When the ganache is still warm to the touch, pour over the top of cake and spread with an offset spatula to evenly cover. There will be some ganache left over.
- Chill the cake until the ganache sets, about 30 minutes. To garnish, grate the white chocolate bar on top of cake.
GHIRARDELLI SINFUL CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring the cream to a simmer. Remove from the heat and stir in the chocolate and butter. In a medium sized skillet, bring 1/2 inch of water to a slow simmer. Set the saucepan in the skillet over low heat. Stir mixture just until chocolate has completely melted. Remove from heat. Pour the chocolate mixture into a shallow bowl. Cool, cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours.
- Pour the cocoa into a pie plate. Line an airtight container with waxed paper. Dip a melon baller or small spoon into a glass of warm water and quickly scrape across the surface of the chilled truffle mixture to form a rough 1-inch ball. Drop the ball into the cocoa. Repeat with the remaining truffle mixture. Gently shake the pie plate to coat truffles evenly. Transfer truffles to the prepared container, separating layers with additional waxed paper. Cover tightly and refrigerate up to 2 weeks, or freeze up to 3 months.
GHIRARDELLI® TRIPLE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE CAKE
This recipe won the grand prize of the Ghirardelli Chocolate 'Is Your Dessert Intense Enough?' contest." Chilling the cake overnight is not included in the prep/cook time.
Provided by AZPARZYCH
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Arrange a rack in center of oven.
- Butter the bottom and sides of a 9 by 2-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper
- In the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter, stirring occasionally until smooth. Cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl with an electric mixer fitted with the whip attachment, whip the eggs and salt on medium speed until doubled in volume, about 5 minutes.
- Gently fold the whipped eggs, a third at a time, into the melted chocolate Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Prepare a water bath for the cake by placing the cake pan in a larger pan, and filling the large pan halfway up the sides of the cake pan with hot, but not boiling water.
- Bake for about 40 minutes, or until the cake pulls away from the sides of the pan and is set in the center.
- Remove the pan from the water bath to a cooling rack, and cool the cake completely in the pan. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- To remove the cake from the pan, dip the pan in warm water halfway up the sides and run a thin metal spatula around the inside of the pan. Invert onto a plate to unmold and remove the parchment paper
- To prepare the ganache, bring the heavy cream to a simmer in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour the heated cream over the milk chocolate chips. Stir gently until smooth and allow to cool slightly.
- When the ganache is still warm to the touch, pour over the top of cake and spread with an offset spatula to evenly cover (There will be some ganache leftover.)
- Chill the cake until the ganache sets, about 30 minutes.
- To garnish, grate the white chocolate bar on top of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 656.8, Fat 53, SaturatedFat 31.5, Cholesterol 273.7, Sodium 179.5, Carbohydrate 41.4, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 35.6, Protein 10.4
GHIRARDELLI TRIPLE CHOCOLATE TORTE (VERY EASY)
When I need to impress, this is one of my "go to" recipes. So rich, thick, chocolaty and decadent. When served with fresh raspberries or strawberries, it rivals anything served in fine restaurants. No need to tell anyone how very easy it is to prepare. Great for Valentines Day or that special anniversary. I've used the left-over...
Provided by Family Favorites
Categories Chocolate
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- 2. For Torte: In medium bowl, combine brownie mix, water, oil, and egg until blended. Spoon batter into parchment-lined (bottom only, sides greased) or well greased 9" round cake pan. Bake 45-50 minutes. Cool 10 minutes and invert onto serving plate.
- 3. For Chocolate Fudge Topping: Place chocolate chips in small bowl. Heat whipping cream to just under boiling and pour over chocolate chips. Stir until chocolate chips have melted and mixture is smooth. Spread warm topping over top and sides of torte. Chill until set. Store in refrigerator.
- 4. Garnish with fresh raspberries and/or thinned raspberry jam on plate when serving. Left over whipping cream, whipped, and chocolate shavings are always a welcome addition! Enjoy!
GHIRARDELLI® TRIPLE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE CAKE
Created by Gigi Burton, of Plainsboro, New Jersey, this cake won the grand prize of the Ghirardelli Chocolate 'Is Your Dessert Intense Enough?' contest.
Provided by Ghirardelli
Time 9h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Arrange a rack in center of oven. Butter the bottom and sides of a 9 by 2-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter, stirring occasionally until smooth. Cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl with an electric mixer fitted with the whip attachment, whip the eggs and salt on medium speed until doubled in volume, about 5 minutes. Gently fold the whipped eggs, a third at a time, into the melted chocolate. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Prepare a water bath for the cake by placing the cake pan in a larger pan, and filling the large pan halfway up the sides of the cake pan with hot, but not boiling water.
- Bake for about 40 minutes, or until the cake pulls away from the sides of the pan and is set in the center. Remove the pan from the water bath to a cooling rack, and cool the cake completely in the pan. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. To remove the cake from the pan, dip the pan in warm water halfway up the sides and run a thin metal spatula around the inside of the pan. Invert onto a plate to unmold and remove the parchment paper.
- To prepare the ganache, bring the heavy cream to a simmer in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour the heated cream over the milk chocolate chips. Stir gently until smooth and allow to cool slightly. When the ganache is still warm to the touch, pour over the top of cake and spread with an offset spatula to evenly cover (There will be some ganache leftover.)
- Chill the cake until the ganache sets, about 30 minutes. To garnish, grate the white chocolate bar on top of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 754.2 calories, Carbohydrate 60.8 g, Cholesterol 269.1 mg, Fat 59.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 34.8 g, Sodium 170.1 mg, Sugar 52 g
GHIRARDELLI® TRIPLE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE CAKE
Created by Gigi Burton, of Plainsboro, New Jersey, this cake won the grand prize of the Ghirardelli Chocolate 'Is Your Dessert Intense Enough?' contest.
Provided by Ghirardelli
Time 9h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Arrange a rack in center of oven. Butter the bottom and sides of a 9 by 2-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter, stirring occasionally until smooth. Cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl with an electric mixer fitted with the whip attachment, whip the eggs and salt on medium speed until doubled in volume, about 5 minutes. Gently fold the whipped eggs, a third at a time, into the melted chocolate. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Prepare a water bath for the cake by placing the cake pan in a larger pan, and filling the large pan halfway up the sides of the cake pan with hot, but not boiling water.
- Bake for about 40 minutes, or until the cake pulls away from the sides of the pan and is set in the center. Remove the pan from the water bath to a cooling rack, and cool the cake completely in the pan. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. To remove the cake from the pan, dip the pan in warm water halfway up the sides and run a thin metal spatula around the inside of the pan. Invert onto a plate to unmold and remove the parchment paper.
- To prepare the ganache, bring the heavy cream to a simmer in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour the heated cream over the milk chocolate chips. Stir gently until smooth and allow to cool slightly. When the ganache is still warm to the touch, pour over the top of cake and spread with an offset spatula to evenly cover (There will be some ganache leftover.)
- Chill the cake until the ganache sets, about 30 minutes. To garnish, grate the white chocolate bar on top of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 754.2 calories, Carbohydrate 60.8 g, Cholesterol 269.1 mg, Fat 59.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 34.8 g, Sodium 170.1 mg, Sugar 52 g
Tips:
- To ensure the smoothest ganache, use high-quality chocolate and heavy cream.
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate.
- If you don't have a double boiler, you can melt the chocolate and cream in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to check if the cake is done. It should come out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
- If you're short on time, you can use store-bought chocolate ganache instead of making your own.
Conclusion:
This Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Truffle Cake is the perfect dessert for any chocolate lover. It's rich, decadent, and has a beautiful presentation. With its moist chocolate cake, creamy chocolate ganache, and rich chocolate truffle filling, this cake is sure to be a hit at any party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to impress your friends and family, give this Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Truffle Cake a try!
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