Chocolate Pecan Cake with Silky Ganache

3️⃣ Make the Ganache

1. Heat cream until it begins to simmer.Remove from heat before boiling to maintain a smooth texture.
2. Pour over the chocolate + butter in a bowl.The residual heat melts everything gently.
3. Let sit 2 minutes.
4. Stir until smooth, shiny, and silky.Mix from the center outward for a glossy, fully emulsified ganache.
5. Let cool slightly until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.It should hold its shape on a spoon but still glide smoothly over the cake.

4️⃣ Assemble

• Spread ganache generously over the cooled cake.Use a spatula to create smooth edges or rustic swirls, depending on your preferred look.
• Decorate with extra pecans for crunch and presentation. 🌰✨Scatter them around the edges or down the center for visual contrast.

Once assembled, let the cake rest briefly before slicing to allow the ganache to set. Enjoy a rich, nutty, deeply chocolatey treat perfect for celebrations or cozy evenings alike!