Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk with 1 tsp vinegar)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee (enhances chocolate flavor)
For the Raspberry Filling:
- 2 cups fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (to thicken)
For the Chocolate Buttercream:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup heavy cream (or milk)
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
For Garnish:
- Fresh raspberries
- Shaved chocolate (optional)
Instructions
- out 2 minutes).
- Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt, mixing on low speed.
- Add vanilla extract and heavy cream, then beat on high for 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
6. Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a cake stand.
- Spread a layer of chocolate buttercream, followed by raspberry filling.
- Repeat with the second cake layer.
- Place the final cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining buttercream.
7. Make the Ganache
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat heavy cream for 30 seconds (or until warm).
- Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 2 minutes.
- Stir until smooth and glossy.
8. Decorate & Serve
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the frosted cake, letting it drip down the sides.
- Top with fresh raspberries and shaved chocolate.
- Chill for 30 minutes before slicing for perfect layers.
Notes
Tips for the Best Chocolate Raspberry Cake
✅ Use high-quality cocoa powder – It makes a big difference in flavor.
✅ Sift the dry ingredients – Keeps the cake light and prevents lumps.
✅ Don’t skip the coffee – It deepens the chocolate flavor (you won’t taste the coffee!).
✅ Chill the raspberry filling – This prevents it from running out of the cake layers.
✅ Let the cake rest before slicing – This helps the layers set and prevents sliding.