Dark Chocolate Cake
This Dark Chocolate Cake is a decadent treat that combines rich cocoa flavor with a moist, tender crumb. Topped with glossy chocolate ganache, it’s the perfect dessert for celebrations or simply satisfying your chocolate cravings. Enjoy every bite of this easy-to-make cake that promises to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow cooling before frosting with chocolate ganache.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg