Description
A luxurious chocolate cake layered with delightful flavors, perfect for special occasions or cozy family nights.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup softened unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup hot water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and softened butter until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract and buttermilk.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with hot water, until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
- 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 turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure butter is softened and don’t skip on the hot water for moisture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, dessert, special occasions, rich cake