Description
A moist, rich chocolate cake made with everyday ingredients, perfect for celebrations or cozy dessert nights. Achieves deep flavor without being overly sweet, using a blend of cocoa and melted chocolate. Simple to bake with a tender crumb that remains fresh for days.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups unsalted butter, softened
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups buttermilk
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups hot water
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)
Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt in a large bowl
In another bowl, melt butter over low heat, let cool slightly
Add melted butter to dry ingredients and mix until smooth
Beat eggs in a separate bowl, then gradually add to batter
Fold in chocolate chips and vanilla extract
Carefully add hot water to the batter and mix well
Let batter rest for 10 minutes while oven preheats
Pour into prepared 9×13-inch pan
Bake for 30-35 minutes until toothpick comes out clean
Cool completely before serving
Notes
Spoon flour into measuring cups and level off with a knife
Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification
Fresh baking powder is crucial for proper rise
To substitute for buttermilk, mix 2 cups milk with 2 tablespoons vinegar or lemon juice and let sit
Cake can be layered with parchment paper to maintain freshness
Serve at room temperature for optimal texture
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 75mg