For the Cake:
1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
¾ cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ tsp baking powder
1 ½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
½ cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or plant-based milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) hot water or brewed coffee (for enhanced chocolate flavor)
For the Chocolate Ganache:
1 cup (170g) dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
½ cup (120ml) heavy cream (or coconut cream for vegan)
Optional Garnishes:
Fresh berries
Chocolate shavings
Powdered sugar
Directions:
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