Absolutely Divine Devil's Food Cake

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey decadence of the Absolutely Divine Devil's Food Cake, a timeless dessert that promises an ultra-moist crumb and an irresistible deep cocoa flavor. Featuring Dutch-processed cocoa powder, creamy buttermilk, and a touch of hot coffee for enhanced richness, this cake strikes the perfect balance of sweet and sophisticated. Its fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth texture is achieved through the expert use of alternating wet and dry ingredients, while the addition of coffee makes the chocolate notes more pronounced. Ready in under an hour, this showstopping dessert is perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or any time you crave indulgence. Pair it with a luscious chocolate frosting or silky whipped ganache, and watch this classic delight disappear slice by slice.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cups buttermilk
• 0.75 cups hot coffee

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs to the butter mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low. Gradually add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk in two additions (beginning and ending with the dry ingredients). Mix just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Carefully stir the hot coffee into the batter. The batter will be thin, but this is normal—it contributes to the cake's moist texture.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edges and invert the cakes onto a wire rack. Remove the parchment paper and let the cakes cool completely before frosting.

Step 10

Frost and assemble with your favorite chocolate frosting or whipped ganache. Slice, serve, and enjoy the utter decadence of this divine treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1321.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3954.1

Total Fat 146.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 843.2mg	0%
Sodium 3826.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 686.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.0g	0%
Total Sugars 413.1g
Protein 84.3g	0%

Vitamin D 246.9IU	0%
Calcium 715.4mg	0%
Iron 27.9mg	0%
Potassium 2780.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 62.4%