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Chocolate Cake recipe

Irresistible Chocolate Cake Recipe That Will Wow Your Guests

This Chocolate Cake recipe is a decadent treat that combines moist layers with a silky frosting, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Gluten-free flour blend can be used.
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar Can substitute with a sugar alternative.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa powder Consider Dutch-processed cocoa for depth.
  • 1 tsp Baking soda Check freshness.
  • 1 tsp Baking powder Check freshness.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Just a pinch.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Half-and-half or milk and vinegar can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil or butter.
  • 2 large Eggs Use 1/4 cup of applesauce per egg for egg-free.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract Pure extract is preferred.
  • 1 cup Hot coffee Can substitute with hot water.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Semisweet chocolate Can substitute with dark or milk chocolate.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Ensure it's softened.
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Sifting recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream Could use cream cheese or yogurt.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Cake pans
  • Wire rack
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until smooth, then stir in hot coffee.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans, smooth tops, and bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Melt semisweet chocolate and let it cool. Beat butter until smooth, then add sifted powdered sugar and mix well.
  8. Incorporate cooled chocolate and sour cream to the frosting mixture until velvety.
  9. Frost one cake layer, place the second layer on top and cover the top and sides with frosting.
  10. Optionally apply a crumb coat, chill briefly and then add a final layer of frosting for presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with mix-ins such as chocolate chips or alternate frosting flavors like espresso. Pair with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for a delightful experience.

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