Description
Indulge in the Best Matilda’s Chocolate Cake, a rich and decadent dessert perfect for any occasion. This delightful cake features moist chocolate layers enveloped in a creamy chocolate fudge frosting, creating an irresistible treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy evening at home, this cake is sure to impress with its beautiful presentation and unforgettable flavors. Easy to follow for bakers of all skill levels, it’s a recipe you’ll want to return to time and again.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup hot coffee
- 11.11 oz unsalted butter
- 14.1 oz dark chocolate (about 60%-70%)
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/3 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare two 8-inch baking pans with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sifted cocoa powder.
- Mix in buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until just combined.
- Stir in hot coffee until batter is smooth.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with chocolate fudge icing made by melting butter, dark chocolate, cream, and cocoa together.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg