Chocolate cake layered

 

Here’s a rich and moist layered chocolate cake recipe with a luscious chocolate frosting—perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1½ teaspoons baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
• ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tablespoon vinegar)
• 1 cup (240ml) hot coffee (enhances the chocolate flavor)

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
• ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅓ cup (80ml) heavy cream (adjust for consistency)

Instructions:

1. Make the Cake Batter:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
• Add oil, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk. Mix until combined.
• Gradually stir in hot coffee (batter will be thin, but that’s normal!).

2. Bake the Cake:

• Divide batter evenly between the pans.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

3. Make the Chocolate Frosting:

• Beat butter until creamy.
• Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt, mixing on low speed.
• Add vanilla and heavy cream, beating until smooth and fluffy.

4. Assemble the Cake:

• Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top.
• Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides evenly.
• Optionally, decorate with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or berries.

5. Chill & Serve:

• Let the cake sit for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Extra Tips for a Perfect Cake:

✔ Use hot coffee – It deepens the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee.
✔ Sift the cocoa powder to avoid lumps in the batter and frosting.
✔ Chill the cake before slicing for clean, neat layers.

Would you like a ganache topping or a three-layer version for extra indulgence?