Dark Decadence

Full Ingredients

For the Rich Dark Chocolate Sponge:

• All-purpose flour
• Dutch-processed cocoa powder (for intense chocolate flavor)
• Baking powder
• Baking soda
• Granulated sugar
• Brown sugar (for extra richness)
• Salt
• Eggs
• Buttermilk (or a mix of milk and vinegar)
• Vegetable oil (or melted butter)
• Vanilla extract
• Hot coffee (to enhance the chocolate flavor)

For the Decadent Ganache:

• Dark chocolate (70% or higher cocoa content)
• Heavy cream
• Unsalted butter (for shine)
• Vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

For Garnishes (Optional):

• Dark chocolate shards or curls
• Cocoa powder or powdered sugar dusting
• Edible flowers or gold leaf