1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
- Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt granulated sugar, stirring constantly until it turns into a golden amber color.
- Add the butter and stir until melted. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously.
- Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt. Allow the caramel sauce to cool.
3. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
- Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it just begins to boil.
- Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Stir until smooth.
4. Assemble the Cake:
- Place one chocolate cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of salted caramel sauce over the top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and repeat with caramel sauce.
- Add the final cake layer and cover the entire cake with chocolate ganache, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- Drizzle additional salted caramel sauce on top for decoration.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the cake and serve. Optionally, you can sprinkle a bit more sea salt on top for added garnish.
This Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake is a luxurious and indulgent dessert perfect for special occasions or when you want to treat yourself.
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