Description
Indulge in the Legendary Chocolate Cake Recipe, a decadent delight that every chocolate lover must try. This cake boasts two rich layers bursting with intense chocolate flavor, enveloped in creamy chocolate buttercream frosting. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just a treat for yourself, each bite melts in your mouth and promises an unforgettable experience. Whether you choose to serve it plain or with fresh berries, this cake is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup oil (canola or vegetable)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine eggs, sour cream, milk, oil, vanilla extract, and brewed coffee. Mix well.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool before frosting with melted chocolate buttercream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg