Suzy Q Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of this homemade Suzy Q Cake, a rich and moist chocolate layer cake filled with fluffy vanilla buttercream. Perfect for dessert lovers, this retro-inspired treat combines a decadently soft cocoa-infused cake with a smooth and creamy filling that melts in your mouth. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and a touch of boiling water for extra moisture, this cake is easy to whip up in just under an hour. Whether you're recreating childhood memories or discovering this classic for the first time, the Suzy Q Cake is sure to impress at any gathering. Slice it into squares for a shareable dessert that’s as comforting as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

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
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (for filling)
• 2 cups Powdered sugar (for filling)
• 3 tablespoons Heavy cream (for filling)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x13-inch baking pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.

Step 4

Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, which is normal.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 8

To prepare the filling, beat the unsalted butter in a medium mixing bowl with an electric mixer until creamy.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until light and fluffy.

Step 10

Once the cakes are completely cool, carefully trim the tops if necessary to create level layers.

Step 11

Spread the vanilla filling generously over one of the cake layers. Place the second cake layer on top, gently pressing it down.

Step 12

Slice into squares or rectangles to serve. Enjoy your homemade Suzy Q Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1384.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5312.7

Total Fat 324.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 150.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 939.7mg	0%
Sodium 1092.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 589.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 402.7g
Protein 40.2g	0%

Vitamin D 198.7IU	0%
Calcium 168.6mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 460.3mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 43.4%