Decadent and Delicious Chocolate Cake

Why Make This Recipe

Who can resist the rich, velvety goodness of a chocolate cake? If you have a sweet tooth or just want to impress your family and friends, this decadent and delicious chocolate cake is a perfect choice. It’s moist, chocolaty, and topped with smooth chocolate buttercream frosting, making it a delightful dessert for any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or just a Sunday treat, this cake will surely satisfy everyone’s cravings.

How to Make Decadent and Delicious Chocolate Cake

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder, sifted
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
• 1 cup milk, room temperature
• 1 cup hot coffee
• Chocolate buttercream frosting

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.
3. In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream, followed by the vegetable oil and coffee.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, frost with chocolate buttercream frosting.

How to Serve Decadent and Delicious Chocolate Cake

Serve this chocolate cake at room temperature for the best taste experience. You can enjoy it as is, or you might want to add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on the side. Fresh berries can also add a nice touch and extra flavor to your dessert plate.

How to Store Decadent and Delicious Chocolate Cake

To store your chocolate cake, place it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can refrigerate it for up to a week. Make sure to bring it back to room temperature before enjoying, as this will enhance its flavor and texture.

Tips to Make Decadent and Delicious Chocolate Cake

• Ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing results.
• Be careful not to overmix your batter; mix just until combined for a lighter cake.
• To make sure your cakes are level, check them after baking. If one layer is taller, you can trim the tops with a serrated knife.

Variation

You can easily switch up this chocolate cake recipe by adding chocolate chips or nuts to the batter for extra texture. If you prefer a different frosting, a cream cheese frosting or vanilla buttercream can also complement the rich chocolate flavor nicely.

FAQs

1. Can I use all-purpose cocoa instead of Dutch-processed cocoa?
Yes, but the flavor may be slightly different. Dutch-processed cocoa has a richer taste and gives a darker color.

2. Can I freeze this chocolate cake?
Absolutely! You can freeze the un-frosted cake layers in an airtight container or wrap them well in plastic wrap for up to 3 months.

3. How can I make the cake dairy-free?
You can use non-dairy substitutes for butter, milk, and sour cream. Look for dairy-free butter, almond milk, or coconut yogurt as alternatives.

Chocolate Cake

An indulgent chocolate cake topped with smooth chocolate buttercream frosting, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Cake, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Cake Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder, sifted
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
• 1 cup milk, room temperature
• 1 cup hot coffee
• to taste chocolate buttercream frosting For frosting the cake

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.
3. In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream, followed by the vegetable oil and coffee.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

Baking

1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
2. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.

Frosting

1. Once cooled, frost with chocolate buttercream frosting.

Notes

Serve this cake at room temperature for the best experience. Pair it with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.