Decadent Delight Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with the Decadent Delight Chocolate Cake, a birthday tradition that Tom eagerly anticipates each year. This rich and moist cake is layered with a luscious, velvety frosting that takes chocolate to new heights. Every bite is filled with the deepest cocoa flavor, making it a truly special treat for any chocolate lover. Whether it’s a birthday celebration or just a moment to savor life's sweet pleasures, this cake is guaranteed to impress and satisfy everyone's cravings for chocolate.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
white sugar
2 cups (None)
all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups (None)
unsweetened cocoa powder (for cake)
3/4 cup (None)
baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons (None)
baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons (None)
salt
1 teaspoon (None)
eggs
2 (Beaten)
milk
1 cup (None)
vegetable oil
1/2 cup (None)
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (None)
boiling water
1 cup (None)
butter (or margarine)
3/4 cup (Softened)
unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
1 1/2 cups (None)
confectioners' sugar
5 1/3 cups (None)
milk (for frosting)
2/3 cup (None)
vanilla extract (for frosting)
1 teaspoon (None)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them well. For best results, consider lining the bottom of each pan with parchment paper. Alternatively, you can dust the pans with cocoa powder instead of flour to avoid any white residue.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of white sugar, 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix these dry ingredients until fully combined.
3
Add 2 eggs, 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on medium speed for 3 minutes until smooth. Gradually stir in 1 cup of boiling water, keeping in mind that the batter will be quite thin—that's perfectly normal!
4
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and place them in the oven. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
5
While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a mixing bowl, cream together 3/4 cup of softened butter (or margarine) until light and fluffy. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups of unsweetened cocoa powder and 5 1/3 cups of confectioners' sugar, alternating with 2/3 cup of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until you achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency.
6
Once the cakes have completely cooled, carefully slice each layer in half horizontally. Spread a generous amount of frosting over the top of each layer, then stack them one on top of the other on a serving plate. Finish by frosting the outer sides of the cake, ensuring every side is covered in chocolatey goodness.
7
For an extra rich flavor, opt for Dutch Processed cocoa powder in both the cake and frosting. This little twist can elevate the chocolate experience to sublime levels!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Decadent Delight Chocolate Cake?
It is a rich and moist chocolate cake layered with a velvety frosting, often served as a special birthday tradition.
What is the required oven temperature for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size cake pans are needed?
You will need two 9-inch round cake pans.
How should I prepare the cake pans?
Grease and flour them well, or line the bottoms with parchment paper for best results.
Can I use cocoa powder to dust the pans?
Yes, dusting the pans with cocoa powder instead of flour prevents white residue on the chocolate cake.
What are the dry ingredients for the cake?
The dry ingredients include white sugar, all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
How many eggs are used in the batter?
The recipe calls for 2 beaten eggs.
What liquid ingredients are mixed into the dry base?
You will add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
How long should I beat the cake batter?
Beat the mixture on medium speed for 3 minutes using an electric mixer until smooth.
When do I add the boiling water?
Gradually stir in 1 cup of boiling water after the main batter has been beaten smooth.
Is it normal for the cake batter to be thin?
Yes, the batter will be quite thin after adding the boiling water, which is perfectly normal for this recipe.
What is the baking time for the chocolate cake?
Bake the layers for 30 to 35 minutes.
How do I test if the cake is finished baking?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the cake is done.
How long should the cakes cool in the pans?
Let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
What are the main ingredients for the frosting?
The frosting consists of butter (or margarine), unsweetened cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
How do I prepare the frosting base?
Cream together 3/4 cup of softened butter until it is light and fluffy.
How much cocoa powder is used in the frosting?
The frosting requires 1 1/2 cups of unsweetened cocoa powder.
How much confectioners' sugar is needed for the frosting?
You will need 5 1/3 cups of confectioners' sugar.
How much milk is added to the frosting?
The recipe uses 2/3 cup of milk for the frosting.
What is the suggested frosting consistency?
Beat the frosting mixture until you achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency.
Should I slice the cake layers?
Yes, once cooled, carefully slice each of the two layers in half horizontally to create more layers.
How do I assemble the cake?
Stack the sliced layers on top of each other, spreading frosting over the top of each layer as you go.
Do I frost the sides of the cake?
Yes, finish the cake by frosting the outer sides to ensure every part is covered in chocolate.
What is the tip for an extra rich chocolate flavor?
Use Dutch Processed cocoa powder in both the cake and the frosting for a more intense flavor.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 16 individual ingredients required for the cake and frosting.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the frosting recipe allows for either softened butter or margarine.
What kind of oil is used in the cake?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
How much vanilla extract is used in total?
Three teaspoons total: 2 teaspoons for the cake batter and 1 teaspoon for the frosting.
What are the primary flavor profiles of this cake?
It is characterized by deep cocoa flavor, moist texture, and a velvety, sweet chocolate frosting.
Is this cake suitable for a large celebration?
Yes, with its multiple layers and rich frosting, it is designed to impress and satisfy cravings at celebrations.