Sour Milk Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the rich, moist decadence of Sour Milk Chocolate Cake—a classic dessert with a tangy twist that sets it apart from ordinary chocolate cakes. Made with sour milk or buttermilk, this recipe elevates the depth of chocolate flavor while ensuring an ultra-tender crumb. The combination of unsweetened cocoa powder, boiling water, and a perfect balance of leavening agents creates a light and airy texture, despite the batter being deceptively thin. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleaser bakes to perfection in under 35 minutes, making it ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or weekend treats. Serve it bare for simplicity or add a luscious layer of chocolate buttercream or cream cheese frosting for a truly irresistible finish. Perfect for chocolate lovers craving a homemade yet bakery-quality dessert, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Sour milk (or buttermilk)
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 units Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour two 9-inch round cake pans or one 9x13-inch rectangular pan, and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir to combine.
Step 3
In another bowl, whisk together the sour milk (or buttermilk), vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
Step 4
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Pour in the boiling water and stir gently until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
Step 6
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans or pour it into the rectangular pan.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Step 9
Enjoy as is or pair with your favorite frosting, such as chocolate buttercream or cream cheese frosting!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1543.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3993.2 |
| Total Fat 144.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g | |
| Cholesterol 382.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5551.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 713.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 70.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 417.1g | |
| Protein 80.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 207.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 588.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 41.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3497.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories