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Perfect Chocolate Cake

Perfect Chocolate Cake: Rich, Moist Heaven in Every Slice

A tribute to chocolate lovers, this Perfect Chocolate Cake envelops your taste buds in rich flavors and a moist crumb.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Can be substituted with cake flour
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa powder Dutch-processed is ideal
  • 2 cups Granulated white sugar Brown sugar can add moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with milk and vinegar
  • 1 cup Hot brewed coffee Water is a fine substitute
  • 1/2 cup Melted salted butter Unsalted can be used
  • 1/2 cup Oil
  • 2 large Eggs At room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Optional Topping
  • 1 batch Chocolate buttercream frosting For added sweetness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Cake pans
  • Cooling Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease two 8-inch or three 6-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until thoroughly mixed.
  4. Mix in the buttermilk, oil, melted butter, and vanilla until the batter is smooth.
  5. Gradually fold in the hot brewed coffee into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for about 30-35 minutes.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container. For longer storage, freeze individually wrapped cake layers.

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