Description
Indulge in the Best Matilda’s Chocolate Cake, a delightful masterpiece that promises to satisfy even the most discerning chocolate lovers. This cake features moist layers infused with rich chocolate flavor, complemented by a glossy chocolate fudge frosting that adds an irresistible touch. Perfect for any celebration or simply to treat yourself, this cake is sure to impress guests and family alike. With easy-to-follow instructions, bakers of all skill levels will find joy in creating this decadent dessert. Whether you serve it at a birthday bash or enjoy it with coffee on a cozy afternoon, the Best Matilda’s Chocolate Cake is a sweet escape into chocolate bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup hot coffee
- 11.11 oz unsalted butter
- 14.1 oz dark chocolate (60%-70%)
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/3 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare two 8-inch baking pans with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until just combined.
- Gradually stir in the hot coffee until smooth.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with chocolate fudge frosting made from melted dark chocolate, butter, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg