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