Here is a delicious Chocolate Bed Cake with White Cream Filling and Chocolate Ganache Frosting
(inspired by the beautiful cake in your photo). It's a rich, moist chocolate cake with creamy white filling (like whipped cream or cream cheese-based) between the layers, topped with glossy chocolate ganache and toasted pecans.
Ingredients
(For a 20-23 cm / 8-9 inch round cake, about 12-16 slices) For the Chocolate Cake Layers (makes 3 layers): 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
¾ cup (75g) non-soft cocoa powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or milk 1 tbsp vinegar)
½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) hot coffee or hot water
For the White Cream
Filling: 2 cups (480ml) heavy whipping cream (cold)
½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: 8 oz (225g) cream cheese (softened) for a firmer cheesecake-style filling
For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
8 oz (225g) semi-sweet or milk chocolate, chopped
¾ cup (180ml) heavy cream
2 tbsp butter (optional, for extra shine)
For Decoration:
1 cup (about 100-120g) pecan halves or chopped pecans, lightly toasted
Extra chopped pecans or chocolate shavings for sprinkling
Instructions
Make the Cake Layers:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch (20 cm) round pans with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk flour, coconut, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth. Slowly stir in hot coffee (batter will be thin — that's good!).
Divides batter evenly among pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Make the White Cream Fill:
Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form (about 3-5 minutes).
If using cream cheese: Beat cream cheese first until smooth, then fold into whipped cream mixture. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
Make the Chocolate Ganache:
Heat the heavy cream until just simmering (do not boil). Pour over chopped chocolate in a bowl. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy. Stir in butter if using. Let cool slightly until thickened but still pourable.
Assemble the Cake:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of white cream filling on top. Repeat with the second layer. Add the third layer on top.
Pour the slightly cooled ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides for that beautiful glossy effect.
While the ganache is still soft, arrange whole pecans on top in a circular pattern and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours then the ganache sets and the filling firms. Slice and enjoy!
Tips:
Toast the pecans in a dry pan or oven for 5-7 minutes for extra flavor.
The cake is best served chilled. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
For a simpler version, you can use a boxed chocolate cake mix for the layers.
This cake is perfect for birthdays, parties, or any chocolate craving! It looks just like the one in your photo — rich, indulgent, and stunning.
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