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Death by Chocolate Dump

Decadent Chocolate Cake

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate cake experience with soft and moist layers of cocoa-infused cake topped with velvety cream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk or whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
Cream Filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pans

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour six 8-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the boiling water, mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  9. Once the cakes are completely cool, level them if needed.
  10. Place one layer of cake on a serving platter. Spread a layer of cream filling over the cake.
  11. Repeat with the remaining layers, ending with a layer of cake on top.
  12. Frost the top and sides of the cake with any remaining cream or additional frosting of your choice.
  13. For extra decoration, you can add chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or a drizzle of ganache.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 50gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This cake is perfect for chocolate lovers. For a richer taste, consider adding a layer of chocolate ganache between the cake layers.
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