How to Make a Chocolate Ganache Cake with Soft Center

This chocolate ganache cake is moist, rich, and finished with a glossy dark chocolate topping.

The cake stays soft inside, while the ganache adds a smooth, elegant finish.

Ingredients for 8 servings

• 200 g dark chocolate
• 120 g butter
• 120 g sugar
• 120 g all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs
• 1 packet baking powder, about 11 g
• 1 pinch of salt

For the ganache

• 100 g dark chocolate
• 80 ml liquid cream

How to make it

Prepare the chocolate batter

Preheat the oven to 180°C. Melt the 200 g dark chocolate with the butter over low heat or in short microwave bursts. Let it cool slightly.

Mix the cake

Whisk the eggs with the sugar until smooth. Add the melted chocolate mixture, then fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Bake the cake

Pour the batter into a greased 22 cm round cake pan. Bake for 25 minutes, until the center is just set but still moist.

Add the ganache

Heat the cream until warm, then pour it over the 100 g dark chocolate. Wait 2 minutes, then stir until glossy. Spread over the cooled cake.

Let the ganache set for 20 minutes before slicing.

Helpful tips

Do not overbake the cake if you want a soft crumb. The center should be cooked but still tender.

Conclusion

This chocolate ganache cake is simple, rich, and perfect for chocolate lovers. Serve it plain or with fresh fruit.