Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate cake that promises to delight your taste buds with its rich flavor and moist texture. This decadent dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to family gatherings. The delightful combination of high-quality cocoa powder and buttermilk ensures a tender crumb and deep chocolate flavor in every bite. Whether dressed up with frosting or simply enjoyed on its own, this chocolate cake is sure to impress everyone at your table. Follow this simple recipe to create a masterpiece that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + vinegar)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract; mix until just combined.
- Carefully stir in boiling water until smooth.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 275mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 28mg