Real Red Devil's Food Cake

Indulge in the decadence of Real Red Devil's Food Cake, a timeless classic that combines rich cocoa, a hint of espresso, and tangy buttermilk for unparalleled flavor and texture. This recipe delivers a moist, velvety crumb with a bold chocolate essence that's elevated by the addition of instant coffee, intensifying the depth of every bite. With easy-to-follow steps and a quick prep time of just 20 minutes, it's perfect for any baker looking to impress. Topped with your choice of luscious chocolate or cream cheese frosting, this two-tiered cake is ideal for celebrations or when a luxurious dessert moment is calling. Whether you're crafting it for a birthday, dinner party, or simply to satisfy a chocolate craving, this irresistibly tender Devil's Food Cake will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon espresso powder or instant coffee
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 2 pieces eggs (large)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined after each addition.

Step 6

Gradually pour the boiling water into the batter while mixing on low speed. The batter will become thin; this is normal.

Step 7

Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans. Tap the pans on the counter a few times to eliminate air bubbles.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Frost with your favorite chocolate or cream cheese frosting, and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1381.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3472.5

Total Fat 133.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 655.2mg	0%
Sodium 4115.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 572.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.4g	0%
Total Sugars 316.9g
Protein 69.4g	0%

Vitamin D 265.2IU	0%
Calcium 532.3mg	0%
Iron 32.1mg	0%
Potassium 2619.2mg	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: 31.8%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 60.8%