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Moist Chocolate Cake
Prep Time
20
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
35
minutes
minutes
Total Time
55
minutes
minutes
Servings
12
pieces
Calories
450
A rich and moist chocolate cake perfect for any celebration or indulgence.
Ingredients
Cake Batter
1.75
cups
All-Purpose Flour
(Provides structure and softness to the cake.)
2
cups
Granulated Sugar
(Sweetens and keeps the cake moist.)
0.75
cup
Cocoa Powder (unsweetened)
(Adds rich chocolate depth.)
1.5
teaspoons
Baking Powder
(Helps the cake rise evenly.)
1.5
teaspoons
Baking Soda
(Reacts with buttermilk for lightness.)
1
teaspoon
Salt
(Enhances flavor balance.)
2
large
Eggs
(Bind ingredients and add richness.)
1
cup
Buttermilk
(Creates tender texture and moisture.)
0.5
cup
Vegetable Oil
(Keeps the cake soft and moist.)
2
teaspoons
Vanilla Extract
(Adds warmth and depth.)
1
cup
Hot Water or Brewed Coffee
(Blooms cocoa for intensified flavor.)
Frosting
0.75
cup
Unsalted Butter (softened)
(Base for creamy frosting.)
2.5
cups
Powdered Sugar
(Sweetens and thickens frosting.)
0.5
cup
Cocoa Powder
(For rich, chocolatey frosting.)
3-4
tablespoons
Heavy Cream
(Smooths frosting for easy spreading.)
1
teaspoon
Vanilla Extract
(Balances sweetness in frosting.)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch pans or line with parchment.
Mix dry ingredients, add eggs, buttermilk, oil, vanilla, then stir in hot water or coffee until smooth.
Divide batter into pans, tap to remove air, and bake for 30–35 minutes.
Cool cakes 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks. Prepare frosting and spread on cooled cakes.
Notes
Ensure cakes are completely cooled before frosting for best results.
Calories:
450
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
chocolate