Memaw's Chocolate Buttermilk Cake

Dive into nostalgic decadence with Memaw's Chocolate Buttermilk Cake, a moist and irresistibly rich dessert that will transform any gathering into a memorable occasion. This classic family-favorite recipe combines the deep, indulgent flavor of unsweetened cocoa powder with the tangy depth of creamy buttermilk, ensuring each bite is perfectly balanced and melt-in-your-mouth tender. With a simple batter made from pantry staples, including flour, sugar, and fresh eggs, this cake is ready for the oven in just 20 minutes. Baked to perfection in a 9x13-inch pan, it’s the ideal choice for birthdays, potlucks, or cozy evenings at home. Finish it with a dusting of powdered sugar or your favorite chocolate frosting for a show-stopping dessert that’s as easy to make as it is to love. Perfect for chocolate lovers and comfort-food enthusiasts alike, this cake proves the best recipes are often the ones handed down through generations.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup boiling water
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup buttermilk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the cocoa powder and boiling water. Whisk until smooth and set aside to cool to room temperature.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.

Step 4

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

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Alternately add the dry flour mixture and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix each addition just until incorporated.

Step 7

Fold in the cooled cocoa mixture until the batter is evenly combined and smooth.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite chocolate icing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1583.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3843.7

Total Fat 98.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 708.8mg	0%
Sodium 3551.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 753.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.4g	0%
Total Sugars 417.7g
Protein 93.8g	0%

Vitamin D 249.9IU	0%
Calcium 632.9mg	0%
Iron 45.2mg	0%
Potassium 3602.3mg	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: 20.7%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 70.5%