Simple Chocolate Sour Cream Cake
Indulge in the rich, moist decadence of this Simple Chocolate Sour Cream Cake, a foolproof recipe perfect for any occasion. With a lush combination of sour cream, cocoa powder, and boiling water, this cake achieves an irresistibly tender crumb and deep chocolate flavor that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Ready in under an hour, this recipe blends pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and vanilla extract with creamy sour cream and whole milk for a perfectly balanced batter. The addition of boiling water ensures a silky-smooth texture, making it easy to bake into a showstopping 9x13 inch dessert. Top it with your favorite chocolate buttercream or a simple dusting of powdered sugar for an effortless yet elegant finish. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or a cozy night in, this chocolate sour cream cake is as easy as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. The batter will be thick at this stage.
Step 5
Slowly pour in the boiling water, a little at a time, while stirring gently. The batter will thin out and become smooth.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Frost the cake with your favorite frosting (such as chocolate buttercream) or simply dust it with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1572.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4250.0 |
| Total Fat 204.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 67.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 501.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4678.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 646.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 70.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 376.6g | |
| Protein 81.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 135.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 756.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 40.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3278.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories