Almond Cocoa Crave

Full Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake Base:

• Dry Ingredients:
  • All-purpose flour
  • Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Granulated sugar
  • A pinch of salt
• Wet Ingredients:
  • Eggs
  • Whole milk (or buttermilk)
  • Vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • Vanilla extract
  • Hot water (or brewed coffee for richer chocolate flavor)

For the Almond Filling:

• Ground almonds (or almond meal)
• Sugar
• Almond extract
• Whipped cream (optional, for creaminess)
• Sliced almonds (for texture and decoration)

For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:

• Dark or semi-sweet chocolate (melted)
• Heavy cream
• Unsalted butter (for shine)

Optional Garnishes:

• Sliced almonds (toasted for extra flavor)
• Chocolate shavings or curls
• Drizzle of honey or caramel
• Edible gold flakes for a luxurious touch