Chocolate Layer Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this decadent Chocolate Layer Cake, a showstopping treat perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth. This recipe combines rich, moist layers of chocolate cake made with pantry staples like cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and boiling water for an irresistibly tender crumb. Topped with a velvety homemade cocoa buttercream frosting, this cake achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and chocolatey depth. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and simple step-by-step instructions, this cake is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Whether you decorate it with sprinkles, fruit, or keep it classic, this two-layer masterpiece will wow your guests and elevate any dessert table. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this recipe ensures every slice is pure bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 0.25 cup whole milk (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy release.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Using a hand or stand mixer, mix on medium speed until well combined.
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this helps achieve a moist cake. Mix until smooth.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and tap each pan gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the butter until fluffy.
Gradually add the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
Once the cakes are fully cooled, place one layer on a serving plate, spreading a generous amount of frosting over the top.
Place the second layer on top and spread frosting over the top and sides of the entire cake.
Decorate as desired and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7903 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 368.8 g | 473% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.4 g | 872% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 924 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 5449 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1242.8 g | 452% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 143.9 g | 514% | |
| Total Sugars | 796.0 g | ||
| Protein | 127.0 g | 254% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.4 mcg | 42% | |
| Calcium | 949 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 62.7 mg | 348% | |
| Potassium | 6416 mg | 137% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
