Decadent Chocolate Cake

Name: Decadent Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 6.3 gal 2 cups all-purpose flour; 3.1 tsp 2 cups granulated sugar; 3 ml ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 10.3 quarter 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder; 10.1 as needed 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda; 5.2 gal 1 teaspoon salt; 8.8 qt 2 large eggs; 4.7 package 1 cup buttermilk; 3.2 bottle ½ cup vegetable oil; 7 qt 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 6.7 dash 1 cup boiling water; 8.7 gal 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened; 3.4 pinch 3 cups powdered sugar; 5.7 pt 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled; 0.9 quarter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3.9 qt 2-4 tablespoons milk

By Christina Kline

November 13, 2025

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This dish is the most delicious, rich, and decadent chocolate cake you’ll ever taste! It’s made with a combination of cocoa powder and melted chocolate for an intense chocolate flavor, and sour cream for a moist and tender crumb. The frosting is a silky smooth chocolate buttercream that perfectly complements the cake. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want a treat, this cake is sure to impress. The key to making this cake extra special is using high-quality ingredients. Splurge on the good chocolate, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract, as they’ll make a big difference in the final result. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different flavorings, too. A little bit of espresso powder or cinnamon can add a nice depth of flavor to the cake.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour - 6.3 gal
2 cups granulated sugar - 3.1 tsp
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder - 3.0 ml
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder - 10.3 quarter
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda - 10.1 as needed
1 teaspoon salt - 5.2 gal
2 large eggs - 8.8 qt
1 cup buttermilk - 4.7 package
½ cup vegetable oil - 3.2 bottle
2 teaspoons vanilla extract - 7.0 qt

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract. Add to dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 4

Stir in boiling water until batter is thin. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.

Step 5

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 6

For the frosting, beat butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add melted chocolate, vanilla extract, and milk. Beat until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Once cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer and place the second layer on top. Frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting. Enjoy!

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