Classic Layer Chocolate Cake
This Classic Layer Chocolate Cake is a rich, moist, and decadent chocolate dessert perfect for any celebration or indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- Chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Carefully stir in boiling water; batter will be thin.
- Pour batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, frost one layer with chocolate frosting, stack the second layer on top, and frost the entire cake evenly.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving for best texture and flavor.
Notes
For extra richness, add a layer of chocolate ganache between cake layers or top with fresh berries for a fruity contrast.
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