Paige's Black Magic Cake

Indulge in the luscious decadence of Paige's Black Magic Cake, a show-stopping dessert that's as rich and moist as its name suggests. Crafted with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, buttermilk, and pure vanilla extract, this chocolate cake boasts an intensely deep flavor and irresistibly soft texture. The secret lies in the addition of boiling water, which ensures the batter transforms into the perfect light-yet-moist crumb. Ready in under an hour, this versatile recipe is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying your chocolate cravings. Top it with a velvety chocolate buttercream or tangy cream cheese frosting for a stunning finish. Whether served at a dinner party or savored with a quiet cup of coffee, Paige's Black Magic Cake promises to enchant every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cups buttermilk
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cups boiling water

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 large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed using a hand or stand mixer until the batter is smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Slowly stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this step gives the cake its signature moist texture.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

Once cooled, frost as desired. This cake pairs wonderfully with a classic chocolate buttercream or a cream cheese frosting. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1512.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3941.9

Total Fat 149.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.7g
Cholesterol 398.8mg	0%
Sodium 5549.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 688.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.0g	0%
Total Sugars 416.4g
Protein 77.8g	0%

Vitamin D 208.9IU	0%
Calcium 579.4mg	0%
Iron 40.1mg	0%
Potassium 3410.8mg	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: 30.5%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 62.5%