Description
A delightful dessert featuring a rich chocolate flavor and beautiful presentation, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee (or boiling water)
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate (for decoration)
- Parchment paper or a piping bag
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir until well incorporated, then gradually mix in the hot coffee (the batter will be runny).
- Distribute the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Allow cakes to cool completely before assembling.
- Whip together butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla until creamy and airy.
- Spread frosting between the cake layers and cover the entire cake with a smooth layer of frosting.
- Drizzle or pipe melted chocolate in a crisscross pattern over parchment paper. Once set, carefully place it onto the cake for a decorative finish.
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes before slicing. Enjoy the luscious blend of moist cake, velvety frosting, and crisp chocolate embellishment!
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. For a richer flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder and dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, decadent dessert, birthday cake, celebration cake, grid cake