Rich Chocolate Cake
Indulge your chocolate cravings with this decadent Rich Chocolate Cake, a true showstopper for any occasion. Crafted with pantry staples like cocoa powder, sugar, and flour, this cake boasts an irresistibly moist texture thanks to the addition of whole milk and a touch of boiling water, ensuring every bite melts in your mouth. Topped with a luscious chocolate buttercream frosting made with whipped butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla, this dessert is pure bliss for chocolate lovers. Perfectly balanced in sweetness and richness, it takes just 30 minutes to prep and bakes to perfection in 35 minutes. Whether for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, this 12-serving recipe is your go-to for a bakery-quality cake at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 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 for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 0.75 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, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix using a hand mixer or whisk until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will become thinner, which is normal. Ensure it is mixed thoroughly.
Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans.
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 let them 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, alternating with the milk, and beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
Mix in the vanilla extract and adjust the consistency with a little more milk or powdered sugar, if necessary.
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of frosting over the top.
Place the second layer on top of the first and frost the top and sides of the cake evenly.
Slice, serve, and enjoy your rich chocolate cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 434 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 329 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.
