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Mini Chocolate Cakes

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 350
Delight in these rich, moist mini chocolate cakes topped with luscious ganache and whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Baking ingredients

  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups plain flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 0.75 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cup hot water

Chocolate ganache

  • 8 oz chopped dark chocolate
  • 2 tbsp softened butter
  • 1 cup chilled heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp confectioner’s sugar

Whipped cream

  • 1 cup chilled heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp confectioner’s sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Prepare mini cake tray.
  • Mix dry ingredients; beat wet ingredients; combine and add hot water.
  • Fill trays 2/3 full; bake 18-20 mins; cool completely.
  • Heat cream, pour over chocolate; stir until smooth; cool slightly.
  • Whip chilled cream with sugar and vanilla until peaks form. Assemble cakes, top with ganache and whipped cream.

Notes

Ensure cakes are fully cooled before frosting for best results.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: international
Keyword: chocolate