Special Company Cake
Indulge in the decadent allure of the Special Company Cake—a show-stopping dessert that’s perfect for any celebration or special gathering. This rich, moist chocolate cake is elevated by a silky cream cheese frosting, creating a heavenly balance of deep cocoa and luscious sweetness. The secret to its tender crumb lies in the addition of boiling water to the batter, ensuring a light, airy texture. With its classic two-layer presentation and velvety frosting, this cake is as stunning as it is delicious. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating loved ones to an indulgent dessert, the Special Company Cake is sure to impress with its bakery-quality taste and flawless finish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 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
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Alternatively, line the bottoms 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 on medium speed using a hand or stand mixer until smooth, about 2 minutes.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and carefully add the boiling water. The batter will be thin; this is normal.
Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans. Tap the pans gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
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 allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed until fully incorporated.
Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then beat on medium speed until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
Once the cakes are completely cooled, use a serrated knife to level the tops if needed.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread about 1 cup of frosting evenly over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top, and spread a thin crumb coat of frosting over the entire cake. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to set.
Remove the cake from the refrigerator and apply the remaining frosting to completely cover the cake. Decorate as desired.
Slice and serve your Special Company Cake to your delighted guests!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7671 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 334.7 g | 429% | |
| Saturated Fat | 151.8 g | 759% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 941 mg | 314% | |
| Sodium | 5262 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1199.6 g | 436% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.8 g | 253% | |
| Total Sugars | 893.9 g | ||
| Protein | 96.6 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 860 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 42.6 mg | 237% | |
| Potassium | 3743 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.
