Chocolate Midnight Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Chocolate Midnight Cake, a dessert that perfectly balances intense cocoa flavor with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. This irresistible chocolate cake features a moist, tender crumb achieved by incorporating boiling water into the batter, creating a luscious texture that feels like a dream. Layered with a creamy, buttery cocoa frosting, this cake is a chocolate lover's paradise, ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or when a serious chocolate craving strikes. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and vanilla, this recipe makes dessert as effortless as it is unforgettable. Serve this show-stopping creation as a stunning centerpiece for gatherings, and watch as every bite disappears into midnight magic. Perfect for 12 servings, it's destined to be your go-to chocolate cake recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 0.25 cups whole milk (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed with a hand or stand mixer until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and carefully add the boiling water to the batter. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the milk and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second layer on top, and spread frosting over the top and sides of the entire cake.
Slice, serve, and enjoy this decadent Chocolate Midnight Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 413 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.1 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 304 mg | 6% | |
*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.
