The Most Amazing Classic Chocolate Cake Recipe
Indulge in the rich, moist, and perfectly chocolatey classic chocolate cake recipe, topped with creamy buttercream frosting. Ideal for any occasion, this dessert is sure to impress your family and friends with its delicious flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 and ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 and ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 and ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
- ½ cup sour cream optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together all dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Slowly add the boiling water, mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure your cake layers are completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- You can replace buttermilk with sour cream or a combination of both for a richer texture.
- Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a swirl of caramel for extra flavor.
- Store the cake at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. It also freezes well for up to 3 month