Description
A homemade chocolate cake is the ultimate treat for any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a moist, rich, and decadent cake that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) hot water or coffee
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups (440g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
Instructions
Making the Cake:
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
- Incorporate Hot Liquid: Slowly add the hot water or coffee while mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin but smooth.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Frosting:
- Beat Butter: In a large bowl, beat the butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add vanilla extract and heavy cream. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Assemble the Cake: Spread frosting on one cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the entire cake.