The Best Chocolate Cake

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with "The Best Chocolate Cake" — a rich, moist, and decadent treat that's incredibly easy to make from scratch. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and buttermilk, this recipe produces a tender chocolate cake with irresistible depth of flavor. The secret is in the addition of boiling water, creating a beautifully light yet fudgy texture. Topped with a luscious, velvety cocoa frosting made with whipped butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of cream, every bite is a true delight. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any dessert craving, this homemade chocolate cake is guaranteed to impress. Quick and versatile, it’s ready in just under an hour and generously serves 12, making it a must-have recipe for every baker. Keywords: chocolate cake recipe, best homemade chocolate cake, easy chocolate cake, moist chocolate cake, chocolate frosting.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk (room temperature)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 items Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
• 3.5 cups Powdered sugar (for frosting)
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for frosting)
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed using an electric mixer until the batter is smooth, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the boiling water to the batter. The batter will appear thin, but this is normal.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

To make the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer until it is smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to the butter and mix on low speed until combined. Then, increase the speed to medium and beat until fluffy.

Step 10

Add the vanilla extract and gradually pour in the heavy cream, beating until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.

Step 11

Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread an even layer of frosting on top.

Step 12

Place the second cake layer on top and spread frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Smooth the frosting as desired for decoration.

Step 13

Slice and serve this delicious chocolate cake. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2429 grams (2429.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7935

Total Fat 381.80g	489%
Saturated Fat 183.20g	916%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.20g
Cholesterol 966mg	322%
Sodium 5365mg	233%
Total Carbohydrate 1236.20g	450%
Dietary Fiber 141.40g	505%
Total Sugars 856.90g
Protein 116.00g	232%

Vitamin D 357IU	1785%
Calcium 892mg	69%
Iron 59mg	326%
Potassium 6267mg	133%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 55.9%