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Best Chocolate Cake Recipe

Best Chocolate Cake Recipe

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This rich and moist chocolate cake recipe is a chocolate lover’s dream, combining simple pantry ingredients like cocoa powder, buttermilk, and oil to create a tender crumb with deep chocolate flavor. Easy to follow and versatile, it’s perfect for beginners or seasoned bakers alike and stays moist for days.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • 1 cup (240ml) hot water or brewed strong coffee

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Pans: Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and lightly dust them with flour or cocoa powder to prevent sticking. This ensures the cakes release cleanly without crumbling.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Sifting aerates the mixture and removes lumps for a smooth texture.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the granulated sugar with vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Then add the buttermilk and mix until the mixture is smooth and silky.
  4. Bring Batter Together: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
  5. Add Hot Water or Coffee: Carefully pour in the hot water or brewed coffee, folding it into the batter. This thins the batter for an easy pour and enhances the chocolate flavor.
  6. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 to 35 minutes. Use a toothpick inserted in the center; if it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  7. Cool and Frost: Let the cakes cool completely in their pans before removing. Frost with your favorite icing to prevent melty frosting and keep texture intact.

Notes

  • Measure ingredients accurately using a kitchen scale for flour and cocoa powder.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough crumb.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for better blending and a smooth batter.
  • Even a small amount of brewed coffee intensifies chocolate flavor without tasting like coffee.
  • Make sure cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 30 g
  • Sodium: 220 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg

Keywords: chocolate cake, moist chocolate cake, easy chocolate cake, rich chocolate cake, chocolate dessert

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