Description
Sour Cream Chocolate Cake is a rich and moist dessert that perfectly balances the deep flavor of chocolate with the tangy goodness of sour cream. This indulgent cake is incredibly easy to make, making it ideal for birthdays, family gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat. With its velvety texture and delightful aroma, every slice promises to be a crowd-pleaser that leaves everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, mix sour cream, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry mixture; stir until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg