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The Ultimate Moist and Rich Homemade Chocolate Cake Recipe (Simple Mixing Method)

A thick slice of moist, dark chocolate cake recipe layered with rich chocolate frosting on a white plate.
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Follow this simple method to create an incredibly moist and rich homemade chocolate cake. This classic recipe uses basic ingredients and a straightforward mixing process, perfect for any celebration or simple craving. It includes instructions for a decadent, simple chocolate buttercream frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water or hot brewed coffee
  • For the Frosting: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened; 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/2 cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt for the cake.
  3. Add the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for two minutes.
  4. Carefully stir in the hot water or coffee until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. To make the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy.
  9. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with the milk, beating until smooth.
  10. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  11. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread about one-third of the frosting over the top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.

Notes

  • Using hot coffee instead of hot water deepens the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee.
  • For an extra moist chocolate cake, you can substitute sour cream for the buttermilk in the cake batter.
  • If you want a quick chocolate cake, you can skip the frosting and dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar.

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