Description
Indulge in the rich and velvety delight of Ina Garten’s Chocolate Cake, a decadent dessert that is sure to elevate any celebration. With its luscious chocolate buttercream frosting and a sprinkle of elegant Chocolate Crispearls on top, this cake is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply as a sweet escape after dinner, each slice promises a moist and flavorful experience thanks to the combination of semi-sweet chocolate and buttermilk. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this simple yet impressive recipe will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup hot coffee
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In one bowl, mix vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla until well blended.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients while slowly adding hot coffee until smooth.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for about 38 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 38 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 37g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 43mg