Description

Famous Brick Street Chocolate Cake is a chocolate lover’s dream. This rich and dense cake bursts with flavor thanks to its surprise ingredients, making it the perfect dessert for birthdays, holidays, or simply as a treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. Topped with a luscious ganache icing, this cake promises an indulgent experience that will impress family and friends alike. With its easy preparation and versatile nature, it’s a delightful addition to any gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups sugar
1 cup butter (softened)
3 large eggs
2 1/2 cups cake flour
1 cup baking cocoa (sifted)
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup instant chocolate pudding mix
2 1/4 cups buttermilk

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and pudding mix.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk until fully combined.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool before preparing the ganache icing.
For ganache: Melt chocolate chips, water, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in sifted cocoa powder and powdered sugar until smooth; adjust with heavy cream if necessary.
Frost the cooled cake with ganache.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Use high-quality cocoa powder for best results. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for easier mixing. Sift dry ingredients to eliminate lumps.