Mississippi Mud Cake

Mississippi Mud Cake with Chocolate Ganache, Kahlua Whipped Cream, and Oreo

Introduction

The Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache, Kahlua Whipped Cream, and Oreo is the definition of indulgent baking! This jazzed-up Mississippi Mud Cake is a celebration of rich chocolate, creamy alcohol-infused whipped cream, and crunchy Oreo texture in every bite. Perfect for special occasions or any time you want to treat yourself, this cake combines layers of moist chocolate cake, luscious ganache, and boozy whipped cream into an unforgettable dessert.

Ingredients

Cake:

• • 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
• • 2 large eggs, room temperature
• • 1 cup hot water
• • ½ cup (59 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• • 1 teaspoon instant coffee
• • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• • 2½ cups (312.5 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
• • 2 teaspoons baking soda
• • 1 teaspoon baking powder
• • 1 cup vegetable oil
• • 1 cup (245 g) buttermilk, room temperature
• • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Kahlua Whipped Cream:

• • 2 cups (476 g) heavy cream, cold
• • ½ cup (62.5 g) confectioners’ sugar
• • 2 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream liqueur
• • 2 tablespoons Kahlua liqueur
• • ½ teaspoon cornstarch

Ganache:

• • 6 ounces (¾ cup) dark chocolate chips
• • ½ cup (119 g) heavy cream, room temperature

Garnish:

• • 1 cup chopped chocolate sandwich cookies (Oreos)

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