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Chocolate Cake

Decadent Chocolate Cake That Melts in Your Mouth

This decadent chocolate cake recipe is perfect for any occasion, rich in flavor and simplicity, guaranteed to please any crowd.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Gives the cake structure and a tender crumb.
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Provides deep chocolate flavor.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cake and helps keep it moist.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda Enhances browning.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Bind the ingredients.
  • 1 cup milk Adds moisture and richness.
  • ½ cup vegetable oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup hot coffee Intensifies chocolate flavor.
For the Frosting
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Creates a creamy base.
  • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar Sweetens and smoothens texture.
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Provides chocolate richness.
  • ½ cup heavy cream Adds a luxurious consistency.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances frosting flavors.
  • 1 pinch salt Elevates sweetness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing with butter and dusting with flour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture and beat on medium speed until smooth.
  4. Gently incorporate hot coffee into the batter until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Mix in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until light and airy.
  8. Assemble by placing one cake layer on a plate, frosting the top, then adding the second layer and covering the entire cake in frosting.
  9. Garnish if desired with chocolate shavings, berries, or powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients and ensure your baking powder and soda are not expired for the best results.

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