Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8-inch round pans by greasing and dusting with flour.
- Whisk together the all-purpose flour, black cocoa powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla until combined.
- In a separate cup, mix the blackberry puree, buttermilk, and coconut oil until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the blackberry mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Combine blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and a cinnamon stick in a saucepan and cook until softened, then stir in a cornstarch slurry.
- Heat cream until steaming, then pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit, then stir until smooth, adding butter for glossiness if desired.
- Assemble the cake with layers of blackberry filling and ganache between the cakes and pour remaining ganache on top.
- Garnish with fresh berries and serve once ganache has set at room temperature.
Nutrition
Notes
Allow the cakes to cool completely before adding any fillings to avoid sogginess. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
