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Best Chocolate Layer Cake

Chocolate Layer Cake

Indulge in the best Chocolate Layer Cake, a decadent dessert that balances rich flavors and moist textures. Perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Cake Pans
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans with butter and flour.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until creamy; then combine with dry ingredients.
  4. Divide batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
  6. For frosting, whip butter and powdered sugar until fluffy; gradually mix in cocoa powder and heavy cream until smooth.
  7. Frost cooled cakes generously and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 5gFat: 16g

Notes

Feel free to customize the recipe with different types of sugar, flour, or additional flavors to make it unique.

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