Richest Chocolate Cake Around
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate decadence with the *Richest Chocolate Cake Around*, a dessert designed to satisfy even the most intense chocolate cravings. This show-stopping, double-layered masterpiece features a moist, velvety crumb infused with rich cocoa and a hint of vanilla. Topped with a luscious semi-sweet chocolate buttercream frosting, it’s the perfect balance of sweetness and depth. The secret to its incredible texture? Boiling water blended into the batter, ensuring a cake that’s light yet sumptuously rich. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or simply treating yourself, this impressive dessert comes together in just under an hour and serves 12. Garnish with chocolate shavings for an elegant finish, and watch it become your go-to indulgent chocolate cake recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup 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 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2.5 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 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, then line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy release.
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 until well combined, using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed.
Gradually stir in the boiling water. The batter will become thin, but this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Tap the pans gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the frosting: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
Using a mixer, beat the melted chocolate mixture on medium speed, gradually adding the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Beat until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top.
Add the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake evenly.
If desired, garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles. Slice and serve!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 353.0 g | 453% | |
| Saturated Fat | 159.7 g | 798% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 769 mg | 256% | |
| Sodium | 5224 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1157.2 g | 421% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 87.0 g | 311% | |
| Total Sugars | 845.6 g | ||
| Protein | 95.7 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 626 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 46.4 mg | 258% | |
| Potassium | 3479 mg | 74% | |
*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.
