Devils Food Cake

Indulge in pure chocolate heaven with this decadent Devil's Food Cake recipe, a must-try for lovers of rich, moist desserts. Featuring a perfect balance of unsweetened cocoa powder and luscious buttermilk, this classic cake boasts an irresistibly deep chocolate flavor coupled with a delightfully tender crumb. The addition of hot water and vegetable oil ensures every bite melts in your mouth, while the two-layer design creates a stunning canvas for your favorite chocolate frosting or ganache. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a foolproof method, this show-stopping dessert is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you’re craving a homemade chocolate masterpiece. Create this easy yet elegant treat and savor the timeless allure of Devil’s Food Cake!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

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
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cups Buttermilk
• 1 cups Hot water
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. You can also line the bottoms with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture in three batches, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined after each addition.

Step 6

Add the vegetable oil to the batter and mix gently to ensure a moist cake. Finally, stir in the hot water until fully incorporated. The batter will be thin, but that’s normal.

Step 7

Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake the cakes in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Step 10

Once fully cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or ganache, and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1504.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3896.7

Total Fat 144.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 34.1g
Cholesterol 522.8mg	0%
Sodium 3939.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 686.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.0g	0%
Total Sugars 417.4g
Protein 78.2g	0%

Vitamin D 208.9IU	0%
Calcium 620.3mg	0%
Iron 40.1mg	0%
Potassium 3436.8mg	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: 7.2%

Carbs: 62.9%