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Dark Chocolate Ganache Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Recipe by Lecker mit Sophie Mayer
A rich, moist chocolate cake made with cocoa, coffee and hot milk, layered with silky dark chocolate ganache and a light cream cheese‑cocoa frosting. Perfect for celebrations or a decadent dessert.
MediumGermanServes 10
Printable version with shopping checklist
Source Video
1h 6m
Prep
1h 10m
Cook
16m
Cleanup
2h 32m
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$12.82
Per serving:$1.28
Critical Success Points
- • Bake the cake (step 5) – ensure correct temperature and don’t over‑bake
- • Make ganache (step 8) – avoid overheating chocolate
- • Prepare cream cheese frosting (step 10) – achieve a smooth, lump‑free texture
- • Frost and smooth the cake (step 12) – use a chilled ring for an even surface
Safety Warnings
- • Hot cream and ganache can cause burns – handle with care
- • Oven is hot – use oven mitts when handling the pan
- • Sharp knife for trimming the cake top
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