Delicious Chocolate Cake Recipe

June 16, 2023 Post a Comment

Chocolate Cake with Thick Chocolate Icing A Taste of Madness from www.atasteofmadness.com

Nothing says decadence like a homemade chocolate cake. Whether you’re looking for a special treat for a special occasion or just a treat for yourself, this chocolate cake recipe will hit the spot. It’s moist and delicious, and the perfect combination of creamy chocolate icing and rich chocolate cake. So let’s get started!

Ingredients

For the cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk

For the icing:

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
4 tablespoons milk
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

To make the cake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Add the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a cooling rack to cool completely. To make the icing, cream the butter and cocoa powder in a medium bowl. Beat in the milk, then gradually add the confectioners' sugar and beat until the mixture is smooth. Beat in the vanilla. If the icing is too thick, add a little more milk. Spread the icing between the layers and on the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition

One slice of this chocolate cake contains approximately 500 calories, 20 grams of fat, 80 grams of carbohydrates, 7 grams of protein, and 210 milligrams of sodium. While this cake is certainly a treat, it can be a part of a balanced diet when consumed in moderation.

This delicious chocolate cake is the perfect way to indulge without overindulging. The combination of creamy chocolate icing and moist chocolate cake is a surefire winner every time. Plus, this recipe is easy to make, so you can enjoy a decadent homemade cake any time you want. So preheat the oven and get baking!