Moist Devil's Food Cake

Indulge in the rich, chocolaty decadence of Moist Devil's Food Cake, a classic dessert that’s as delicious as it is easy to make. This deeply flavorful cake combines velvety smooth unsweetened cocoa powder, tangy buttermilk, and a touch of boiling water for an irresistibly moist texture that melts in your mouth. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a baking technique that delivers consistently tender layers, this cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or satisfying your chocolate cravings. Top it with your favorite creamy chocolate frosting for a showstopping dessert or enjoy it plain for its bold, cocoa-forward flavor. Whether you're serving a crowd or treating yourself, this recipe is your go-to for a rich, indulgent chocolate cake experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine evenly.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the boiling water, stirring the batter until smooth. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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 9

Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or serve as is for a simple yet indulgent treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1589.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4120.2

Total Fat 154.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.7g
Cholesterol 584.8mg	0%
Sodium 5395.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 711.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.8g	0%
Total Sugars 417.6g
Protein 87.2g	0%

Vitamin D 249.9IU	0%
Calcium 612.7mg	0%
Iron 42.4mg	0%
Potassium 3526.0mg	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: 30.3%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 62.1%