Deep Dark Devil's Food Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Deep Dark Devil's Food Cake—a dessert that’s as luscious as its name suggests. This show-stopping chocolate cake features a moist and tender crumb, thanks to the harmonious blend of buttermilk, Dutch-processed cocoa powder, and a splash of hot brewed coffee, which deepens the chocolate flavor to irresistible depths. With its fluffy, chocolate-infused layers, this cake is a chocoholic's dream, perfect for celebrations or as the ultimate after-dinner treat. Quick to prepare and bake in just under an hour, this recipe yields two perfectly balanced layers that can be frosted with your favorite buttercream or ganache and garnished with semi-sweet chocolate chips for an elegant finishing touch. Whether it’s for birthdays, holidays, or simply satisfying a craving, this devilishly good cake is guaranteed to impress.
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Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.75 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- 1 cup hot brewed coffee
- 0.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Reduce the mixer speed to low. Add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk in two additions, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined after each addition. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Slowly pour in the hot coffee while mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin; this is normal and ensures a moist, tender cake.
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 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 9
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Frost and decorate the cooled cake as desired. For added indulgence, sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips on top or between the layers.
Step 11
Slice and serve this decadent treat to your lucky guests. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1633.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4390.2 |
| Total Fat 166.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 99.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 640.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3829.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 750.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 78.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 466.4g | |
| Protein 87.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 209.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 693.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 30.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3069.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories