Chocolate Birthday Cake Recipe: Easy Steps to Impress

This chocolate birthday cake recipe yields a rich, moist, and irresistible treat perfect for any celebration.

Ready to whip up the ultimate chocolate birthday cake that’ll make everyone’s taste buds dance the cha-cha? You’ve hit the sweet jackpot! This recipe delivers every scrumptious detail, from fluffy layers to decadent ganache. Time to turn your kitchen into a chocolatey wonderland!

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Chocolate Birthday Cake Bliss

chocolate birthday cake bliss

This decadent, rich, and moist chocolate birthday cake is perfect for celebrating special moments. It’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone demanding seconds. It’s not just a cake; it’s a chocolate lover’s dream come true!

  • Cooking Method: Baking
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Cuisine Type: Dessert

Ingredients

  • 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
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup butter (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup milk (for frosting)
  • 2/3 cup cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Cooking Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
  4. Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin – don’t worry, that’s perfect!
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For the frosting, beat together the butter, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Add the milk and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until smooth and creamy.
  9. Once the cakes are cooled, frost between the layers, the top, and the sides.
  10. Decorate to your heart’s content and serve with a smile!

Suggestions

  • Alternative Ingredients: Swap whole milk with almond milk for a dairy-free option. Use coconut oil instead of vegetable oil.
  • Garnishing Options: Top with fresh berries, edible flowers, or a sprinkling of cocoa powder.
  • Cooking Tips: Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature. For a fluffy cake, don’t overmix the batter!

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