Description
This chocolate cake is every dessert lover’s dream. Rich, moist, and packed with bold chocolate flavor, it’s the perfect centerpiece for any celebration or sweet craving.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot brewed coffee or hot water
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 to 6 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans.
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Slowly stir in the hot coffee until fully combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Beat the butter until creamy, then gradually mix in the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla, and heavy cream until fluffy.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread frosting on top, then add the second layer and frost the entire cake.
- Decorate with chocolate shavings or berries if desired. Slice and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: American