Description
Indulge in the Best Chocolate Layer Cake, a delightful treat that promises to elevate any occasion! With moist chocolate layers enveloped in creamy frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Each slice offers a rich and velvety experience, making it a go-to recipe for both novice and seasoned bakers. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe that guarantees rave reviews!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, beat butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa with cream until smooth. Frost cooled cakes generously.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg