Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, avocado oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and hot brewed coffee until frothy.
- Gently pour wet ingredients into the dry mix, fold them together, and add chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Allow the layers to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
- Heat heavy cream until it simmers, pour over chocolate, and stir until smooth for ganache.
- Crush graham crackers, mix with melted butter until coated, then set aside.
- Assemble the cake with layers of ganache and graham cracker crumble.
- Whip egg whites with cream of tartar to stiff peaks for meringue.
- Toast the meringue with a kitchen torch until light golden brown.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and do not overmix.