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Ingredients

CAKE

1. 10 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
2. 1 stick unsalted butter
3. 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
4. 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
5. 1 cup water
6. 2/3 cup crème fraîche (6 ounces)
7. 3 large eggs
8. 3 large egg yolks
9. 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
10. 1/2 cup light brown sugar
11. 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
12. 1 tablespoon baking soda
13. 2 teaspoons baking powder
14. 1 teaspoon salt

WHITE CHOCOLATE GANACHE

1. 1 pound white chocolate, chopped
2. 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
3. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

DARK CHOCOLATE GANACHE

1. 1 1/3 cups plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
2. 10 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

CHOCOLATE FROSTING

1. 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2. 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
3. 1/4 cup corn syrup
4. 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
5. 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
6. 1 tablespoon brandy
7. 1 pound unsalted butter, softened
8. 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
9. Bittersweet and white chocolate shavings, for garnish

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