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Chocolate Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Decadent Chocolate Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

Indulge in a rich and moist chocolate cake with cream cheese frosting that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with cake flour for a lighter texture.
  • 1.75 cups Granulated Sugar Caster sugar can be used for a finer texture.
  • 0.75 cups Dutch Cocoa Powder Natural cocoa powder can be a substitute for a lighter taste.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for a good rise.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Soda Must be active for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor balance.
  • 2 large Eggs Use large, room-temperature eggs for better emulsification.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice as a homemade alternative.
  • 1 cup Hot Coffee Espresso works wonders without leaving a coffee taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract for maximum richness.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Full-fat and at room temperature is ideal.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it is soft enough to whip easily.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Can make your own by blending granulated sugar.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances the sweetness in frosting.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Handheld Mixer
  • 8-inch Round Baking Pans
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare two 8-inch round baking pans by greasing them with cooking spray and lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
  3. Add eggs, oil, buttermilk, and vanilla to the dry mixture. Blend until just combined.
  4. Pour in hot coffee into the batter and gently fold until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter between the two prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until done.
  6. Remove cakes from the oven, let cool in pans for about 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack.
  7. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and cream cheese until fluffy and smooth.
  8. Gradually add powdered sugar to the mixture, along with a pinch of salt and vanilla, and mix until blended.
  9. Assemble the cake by frosting between the layers and the sides of the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing, and refrigerate frosting if too soft.

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