Description
A classic dessert that brings joy with its moist layers of chocolatey goodness, perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat the mixture until smooth. Stir in the boiling water.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely in the pans before transferring to a wire rack.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder until creamy. Add the heavy cream and mix until smooth.
- Spread the frosting between the layers of cake and apply over the top and sides. Decorate as desired.
- Slice and serve your delicious Rich Chocolate Layer Cake!
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature. Use high-quality cocoa powder for best flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, dessert, celebration, birthday cake