INGREDIENTS
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Cake
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10 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
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1 stick unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
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1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 cup water
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2/3 cup crème fraîche (6 ounces)
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3 large eggs
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3 large egg yolks
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1/2 cup light brown sugar
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking soda
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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White Chocolate Ganache
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1 pound white chocolate, chopped
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3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Dark Chocolate Ganache
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1 1/3 cups plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
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10 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
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Chocolate Frosting
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4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1/4 cup corn syrup
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6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
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1 tablespoon brandy
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1 pound unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
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Bittersweet and white chocolate shavings, for garnish