07/10/2026
Chocolate and Vanilla Filled Cake Recipe
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake Batter
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
3/4 cup (75g) cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups (300g) sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup (240ml) milk
1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) hot coffee or hot water
For the Vanilla Filling
2 cups (500ml) milk
1/2 cup (100g) sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
For the chocolate ganache filling
200g milk chocolate
1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
Decoration
White frosting or whipped cream
Chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
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Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the chocolate cake
1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. Grease and line a loaf or square baking pan.
3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
5. Stir in hot coffee or hot water until the batter is thin.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Vanilla Filling
1. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
3. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
4. Cover and let cool.
Step 3: Make the Chocolate Ganache
1. Heat the heavy cream until warm, but not boiling.
2. Pour over the chopped chocolate.
3. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Step 4: Assemble
1. Slice the cooled cake into layers or sections.
2. Fill one section with vanilla cream.
3. Fill another section with chocolate ganache.
4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 5: Decorate
1. Frost the sides with white frosting or whipped cream.
2. Sprinkle with chocolate pieces or chips.
3. Slice and serve.
Yield: 8–10 servings
Prep time: 30 minutes
Bake time: 35 minutes
Chill time: 30 minutes
This cake combines a rich chocolate sponge, a creamy vanilla filling, and a smooth chocolate ganache for a decadent dessert. 🍫🍰