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Prep Time30 Mins
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Cook Time30 Mins
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Serving12
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View400
Indulge in the rich, moist, and utterly irresistible Juicy Chocolate Cake for a birthday celebration that will leave everyone craving for more. This homemade masterpiece combines the finest ingredients to create a dessert that's perfect for special occasions and chocoholics alike. It's a true showstopper that will make your birthday celebration even more memorable.
Ingredients
Chocolate Frosting:
Nutrition
Per Serving: 1 slice
- Daily Value*
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Calories: 450
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Carbohydrates: 65g22%
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Protein: 4g8%
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Fat: 21g32%
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Saturated Fat: 8g40%
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Cholesterol: 55mg18%
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Sodium: 400mg17%
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Fiber: 5g20%
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Sugars: 48g
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Vitamin D: 2%
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Calcium: 6%
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Iron: 15%
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Potassium: 10%
Tips and Recommendations:
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate for the best flavor.
- For an extra moist cake, add a tablespoon of sour cream to the batter.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- To make the cake even juicier, brush each layer with a simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water boiled until dissolved) before frosting.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
FAQs
1. Can I make this cake in advance?
Yes, you can make the cake layers a day in advance and store them in an airtight container. Frost the cake on the day of serving for the best freshness.
2. Can I use a different frosting?
Absolutely! You can use cream cheese frosting, buttercream frosting, or any other frosting of your choice.
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Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until the batter is smooth.
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5. Stir in the boiling water until the batter is well mixed; the batter will be thin, but that's okay.
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6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
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7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chocolate Frosting:
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1. In a large bowl, sift together the cocoa powder and powdered sugar to remove any lumps.
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2. In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
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3. Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the butter, mixing until smooth and creamy.
Assembly:
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1. Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate.
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2. Spread a generous layer of chocolate frosting evenly over the top of the first cake layer.
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3. Carefully place the second cake layer on top.
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5. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining chocolate frosting. You can use a spatula to create decorative swirls if desired.
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6. For added flair, you can decorate the cake with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or fresh berries.