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Best Chocolate Layer Cake

Chocolate Layer Cake

Indulge in the Best Chocolate Layer Cake, a rich and moist dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup heavy cream or milk

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • cake pans
  • wire rack

Method
 

Baking Procedure
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and sugar.
  3. In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  7. For frosting, beat butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa with cream until smooth. Frost cooled cakes generously.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to customize this cake with additional ingredients like chocolate chips or different milk alternatives for a personal touch.

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