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Buttermilk Chocolate Cake

Buttermilk Chocolate Cake That's Incredibly Moist and Fudgy

This Buttermilk Chocolate Cake is incredibly moist and fudgy, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour self-rising or cake flour can be used as alternatives
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar caster sugar is a great substitute
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder fresh for optimal rise
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda fresh for optimal rise
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt enhances chocolate flavor without making it too salty
  • 0.75 cups Dutch Cocoa Powder rich chocolate taste; natural cocoa powder is a fine alternative
  • 0.5 cups Vegetable Oil canola oil works well too
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature for best results
  • 1 cup Buttermilk can make DIY version by mixing milk with vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 cup Hot Water ensures a smooth batter
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract essential for boosting flavor
For the Frosting
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter use salted butter if omitting additional salt
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar easy to make at home from granulated sugar

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, and gently mix until just combined.
  4. Slowly pour in the hot water and stir gently until well blended.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 20-30 minutes before removing.
  7. For the frosting, melt the butter and whisk in cocoa powder, then gradually add powdered sugar and buttermilk.
  8. After the cake is completely cool, pour the frosting over the top and spread evenly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing for the best texture. Fresh leavening agents are key for a good rise.

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