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Chocolate Layer Cake

Decadent Chocolate Layer Cake for Sweet Celebrations

Indulge in this Chocolate Layer Cake, an elegant centerpiece that combines rich flavors and gluten-free options for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can be replaced with gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar brown sugar can create a deeper flavor
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder avoid Dutch-processed for best results
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 cup Buttermilk substitute with milk and vinegar combo if needed
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil melted butter can be an alternative
  • 2 large Eggs can be swapped with flax eggs or applesauce for a vegan version
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract use pure extract for best taste
  • 1 cup Brewed Coffee hot water is a fine substitute
For the Frosting
  • 1 batch Chocolate Frosting made from cocoa powder, powdered sugar, butter, heavy cream, and vanilla for a creamy finish

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Gradually add hot brewed coffee into the batter, mixing at low speed until incorporated.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Once cool, frost between the layers and on top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing for the best texture.

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