Mounds Cake is a rich and decadent dessert that features a moist chocolate cake layered with creamy coconut frosting and topped with a chocolate ganache. This cake is perfect for special occasions or just a sweet treat at home.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Coconut Filling:
- 1 ¾ cups shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut cream (or cream of coconut)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Make the Cake: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in boiling water (the batter will be thin).
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare the Coconut Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the shredded coconut, powdered sugar, coconut cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the coconut filling over the top.
- Place the second layer of cake on top and spread the remaining coconut filling over it.
- Make the Chocolate Ganache: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth.
- Finish the Cake: Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- Serve: Let the ganache set for a few minutes before slicing. Enjoy your delicious Mounds Cake!