Easy Chocolate Buttermilk Cake
Moist, rich, and irresistibly easy to make, this Easy Chocolate Buttermilk Cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers. Crafted with pantry staples like cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and buttermilk, this decadent cake boasts a tender crumb and deep chocolate flavor, thanks to the addition of boiling water that ensures a silky, melt-in-your-mouth texture. With only 15 minutes of prep time, it’s perfect for both casual gatherings and special celebrations. Bake it in a versatile 9x13-inch pan or create a layered masterpiece with two 9-inch rounds. Top it off with your favorite frosting or a dusting of powdered sugar for a show-stopping dessert that will leave everyone craving more. Whether you're hosting a party or simply indulging a sweet tooth, this buttermilk chocolate cake recipe delivers flawless results every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cups buttermilk
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cups boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a thick batter forms.
Carefully stir in the boiling water, a little at a time, until the batter is thin and fully mixed. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan(s), tapping gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan(s) for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, frost as desired. Enjoy your Easy Chocolate Buttermilk Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.4 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 369 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 233 mg | 5% | |
*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.
