Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this decadent Chocolate Cake. Featuring a rich and moist cake layered with silky Chocolate Swiss Meringue Buttercream, this dessert is perfect for any special occasion or celebration. Its luxurious texture and deep chocolate flavor will delight any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder, sifted
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
1 cup hot water or hot coffee
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Swiss Meringue Buttercream:
6 large egg whites
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
10 oz good quality dark chocolate, chopped and melted
Assembly:
Chocolate curls or sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper, dust with cocoa powder.
- In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, hot water (or coffee), eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until combined. Increase speed and mix for 2-3 minutes.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- For buttercream, heat egg whites and sugar over simmering water until hot. Whip until stiff peaks form and cooled. Gradually add butter, then melted chocolate. Mix until smooth.
- Assemble the cake with buttercream between layers. Apply a crumb coat, chill, then apply a final frosting layer. Decorate with chocolate curls or sprinkles.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
If the buttercream is too runny, chill and re-whip before using.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: 872 kcal per serving
