Sue B's Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the rich, homemade decadence of Sue B's Chocolate Cake—a classic dessert recipe that promises perfectly moist layers with every slice. Made with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, buttermilk, and boiling water, this cake achieves an ultra-soft texture and deep chocolate flavor that will have everyone reaching for seconds. The effortless batter comes together in just 20 minutes, using a mix of dry and wet ingredients to create a smooth, luscious base. Whether adorned with velvety chocolate frosting, a glossy ganache, or left beautifully simple, this two-layer masterpiece bakes to perfection in 30 minutes and is ideal for celebrations or everyday indulgence. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this recipe is a timeless treat that guarantees crowd-pleasing results!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 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 line them with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine and ensure there are no lumps.
Step 3
Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed with an electric mixer (or whisk by hand) until the batter is smooth and well combined, about 2 minutes.
Step 4
Slowly add the boiling water to the batter, mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin, but this is normal and key to the cake's moist texture.
Step 5
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Tap the pans gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove the pans from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, turn the cakes out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
Once cooled, frost the cake with your favorite chocolate frosting or ganache. Decorate as desired and serve!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1170.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2990.0 |
| Total Fat 37.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2033.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 696.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 70.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 405.1g | |
| Protein 72.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 304.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 41.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3127.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories