Description
Experience the magic of Matilda’s Chocolate Cake, a rich and velvety dessert that melts in your mouth. Perfectly moist with a tender crumb, this cake is ideal for any occasion—from cozy afternoons to festive celebrations. With its deep chocolate flavor and customizable toppings, it guarantees smiles and sweet moments for family and friends alike. Get ready to bake a treat that will become a beloved staple at every gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually stir in boiling water until fully incorporated (batter will be runny).
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. Frost with your favorite chocolate icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg