Description
Indulge in the rich decadence of The Best Chocolate Cake Recipe, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. This homemade chocolate cake is incredibly moist and bursting with deep chocolate flavor, thanks to a harmonious blend of cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply enjoying a sweet moment with family, this cake will impress everyone at the table. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it features a fluffy texture that makes each bite irresistible. Top it off with luscious frosting and your choice of decorations to create a stunning dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup hot water
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 cups unsalted butter
- 9 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 4–5 tbsp water/milk
- Pinch of salt
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and dust with flour.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed until combined.
- Gradually add hot water until smooth.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg