Chocolate Layer Cake
A rich and moist chocolate layer cake with fluffy frosting and deep cocoa flavor, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water or coffee
- 3 cups chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar, eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients. Add hot water or coffee and mix until combined.
- Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans. Tap lightly to remove air bubbles.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost each layer with chocolate frosting. Cover the top and sides evenly.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for the richest flavor.
- Chill cake layers before frosting for smoother results.
- Add espresso powder to deepen the chocolate flavor.
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