Print

Death by Chocolate Cake

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Indulge in an irresistible chocolate lover’s dream with this rich and moist Death by Chocolate Cake, featuring layers of soft chocolate cake and creamy chocolate frosting.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry mix. Beat for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  4. Carefully stir in the boiling water; the batter will be thin. Pour evenly into the prepared cake pans.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Let cakes cool in pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Beat the butter in a separate bowl until creamy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and cocoa, followed by heavy cream, vanilla, and melted chocolate until smooth.
  8. Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate, frost the top, add the second layer, and frost the sides and top.
  9. Slice, serve, and savor the rich delight!

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://easydishestomake.com/death-by-chocolate-cake/