Lime Chocolate Cake

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Indulge in the decadent fusion of zesty citrus and rich cocoa with this Lime Chocolate Cake recipe—a show-stopping dessert that perfectly balances bold flavors and moist texture. The cake layers are infused with fresh lime juice and lime zest, adding a vibrant tang that complements the deep chocolatey tones created by unsweetened cocoa powder. A touch of buttermilk and boiling water ensures unrivaled softness, while the luscious semi-sweet chocolate frosting ties it all together with a velvety finish. Perfect for any special occasion or as a refreshing twist on traditional chocolate cake, this dessert is easy to make yet impressively elegant. Garnish with lime zest or slices for a stunning presentation, and serve for a deliciously unique treat that’ll keep guests coming back for more. Keywords: Lime Chocolate Cake, citrus chocolate dessert, moist chocolate cake recipe, lime zest frosting, chocolate cake with lime.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 25 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 10 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Lime zest
• 0.75 cup Boiling water
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 2.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 4 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate (melted and cooled)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream

📝 Instructions

15 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, fresh lime juice, and lime zest until well combined.

4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined.

5. Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.

6. Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

7. Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean.

8. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the chocolate frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.

10. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy.

11. Mix in the melted and cooled chocolate, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Beat until smooth and spreadable. If needed, add more cream to adjust the consistency.

12. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top.

13. Place the second cake layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting, smoothing it evenly with an offset spatula.

14. Optional: Garnish the cake with extra lime zest or thin slices of lime for decoration.

15. Serve at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (203.6g)

Calories		674
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		33.8 g	43%
	Saturated Fat	15.5 g	77%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	6.7 g
Cholesterol		82 mg	27%
Sodium		439 mg	19%
Total Carbohydrate		96.5 g	35%
	Dietary Fiber	7.7 g	28%
	Total Sugars	66.8 g
Protein		8.5 g	17%
Vitamin D		0.7 mcg	4%
Calcium		69 mg	5%
Iron		2.6 mg	15%
Potassium		315 mg	7%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3038 cal (41.9%%)

Protein: 344 cal (4.8%%)

Carbs: 3862 cal (53.3%%)