Description
This delicious chocolate cake is perfect for any occasion and is sure to please chocolate lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water or coffee
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until light and fluffy, then mix in oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Stir in hot water or coffee until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly into the pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost and layer with your favorite chocolate ganache or buttercream. Slice and serve.
Notes
- This cake is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.
- For extra decadence, serve with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg