Description
Indulge in the Legendary Chocolate Cake Recipe, a moist and decadent dessert that promises to elevate any occasion. With two rich chocolate layers and a luscious chocolate buttercream frosting, this cake is a true chocolate lover’s dream. Whether it’s a birthday celebration or just a well-deserved treat, each slice delivers an explosion of flavor that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Follow our easy step-by-step instructions and create this stunning centerpiece that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup oil (canola or vegetable)
- 1 cup freshly brewed coffee or boiling water
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate (for frosting)
- 1½ cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a bowl, combine sugars, flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, sour cream, oil, and vanilla.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients together; then add hot coffee or water until smooth.
- Divide batter into pans and bake for 30-32 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow layers to cool completely before frosting with melted chocolate mixed with butter and sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 505
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg