Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with our Deliciously Moist Chocolate Layer Cake. This rich and fudgy cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy family gatherings. With a combination of buttermilk and hot coffee, each bite is bursting with moisture and deep chocolate flavor. Topped with creamy chocolate buttercream, this cake is as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Easy to make with pantry staples, even novice bakers can achieve a stunning result that will impress everyone. Get ready to satisfy your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
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- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons espresso powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup hot brewed coffee
- 1 and 1/4 cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 3 and 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar (for frosting)
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 3–5 Tablespoons heavy cream (for frosting)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
- optional for decoration: semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder (if using).
- In another bowl, mix the oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients and then stir in the hot coffee until combined.
- Divide the batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake for 23–26 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg