Glazed Chocolate Sour Cream Cake
Indulge in the decadence of this Glazed Chocolate Sour Cream Cake, a dessert that combines rich, moist chocolate cake with a luxuriously smooth chocolate glaze. Perfectly balanced with the tang of sour cream and the deep flavors of cocoa, this cake boasts a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. The addition of boiling water ensures unparalleled moisture, while the glossy glaze of semisweet chocolate chips and heavy cream creates a show-stopping finish. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a touch of indulgence. Whether you serve it on its own or pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this chocolate lover’s dream will have everyone coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 units Large eggs
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups Boiling water
- 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. The batter will be thick.
Slowly pour in the boiling water while stirring constantly. The batter will become thin and smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cake cools, make the glaze. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it's just about to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the semisweet chocolate chips in a bowl.
Let the mixture sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Once the cake is completely cooled, place it on a serving platter. Pour the chocolate glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
Allow the glaze to set for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5243 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 281.6 g | 361% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.1 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3310 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 734.5 g | 267% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 86.0 g | 307% | |
| Total Sugars | 448.4 g | ||
| Protein | 81.1 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 710 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 46.3 mg | 257% | |
| Potassium | 3757 mg | 80% | |
*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.
