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Double Chocolate Layer Cake

Ultimate Double Chocolate Layer Cake Recipe for Chocoholics

An indulgent Double Chocolate Layer Cake perfect for chocoholics and special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 370
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1.5 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Cake Pans
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour two round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry mixtures; mix until just combined. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks. Frost between layers and top as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 5gFat: 18g

Notes

For added richness, use dark chocolate cocoa powder or add espresso for an extra kick. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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