That Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with "That Chocolate Cake," a decadent dessert that’s as rich in flavor as it is in texture. Made with simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a touch of vanilla extract, this cake strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and complexity. The secret to its irresistibly tender crumb is a splash of boiling water, which ensures a moist and airy texture in every bite. Topped with a luscious homemade chocolate frosting made from semi-sweet chocolate chips, butter, and a hint of heavy cream, this two-layer masterpiece is perfect for birthday celebrations, dinner parties, or simply satisfying your chocolate cravings. With only 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward instructions, this rich and velvety cake is a dream come true for both novice bakers and seasoned dessert enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups 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 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoons salt (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them and lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
In a large 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 until the batter is smooth and well-combined.
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist and tender cake.
Evenly divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, melt the butter and chocolate chips together in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in short, 20-second bursts.
Once melted, remove from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and salt until smooth and glossy.
Place one cake layer on a serving platter and spread a generous layer of frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate as desired and allow the frosting to set for 15-20 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 262.2 g | 336% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.5 g | 528% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 585 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 5744 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1040.1 g | 378% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 81.3 g | 290% | |
| Total Sugars | 742.6 g | ||
| Protein | 89.7 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 44.3 mg | 246% | |
| Potassium | 3478 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.
