Classic Chocolate Buttercream Cake
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Classic Chocolate Buttercream Cake, featuring layers of moist chocolate sponge cake filled and frosted with velvety chocolate buttercream. Perfect for celebrations or a delightful treat any day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Step 3:
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
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Step 4:
Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.
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Step 5:
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Step 6:
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Step 7:
In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until smooth. Add the heavy cream and beat until fluffy.
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Step 8:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of buttercream on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
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Step 9:
Slice the cake and serve. Enjoy your delicious Classic Chocolate Buttercream Cake!