Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent experience of this Dark Chocolate Cake, a must-have dessert for any chocolate lover. With its velvety texture and intense dark cocoa flavor, this cake is perfect for celebrations or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day. Each slice offers moist layers complemented by creamy frosting that melts in your mouth, creating an explosion of flavors. Whether it’s a birthday party, anniversary celebration, or just a cozy gathering at home, this cake is sure to impress and satisfy everyone’s cravings. Elevate your baking skills with this easy-to-follow recipe and create unforgettable memories around the table.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and smooth tops.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg