Dark Chocolate Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Dark Chocolate Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups sugar; 1-1/2 cups buttermilk; 1-1/2 cups brewed coffee, cooled; 3 eggs; 3/4 cup canola oil; 3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted; 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 cups baking cocoa; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1-1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons light corn syrup; 16 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped; 1/4 cup butter

Servings: persons

3 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
1-1/2 cups brewed coffee, cooled
3 eggs
3/4 cup canola oil
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
16 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup butter

1
In a large bowl, beat the sugar, buttermilk, coffee, eggs, oil, chocolate and vanilla until well blended. In another large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into buttermilk mixture until blended.
2
Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350u00b0 for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
3
For frosting, combine the cream, sugar and corn syrup in a small saucepan. Bring to a full boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate and butter until melted.
4
Transfer to a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate until desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.

2585

kcal

Calories

151

Fat

296

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups sugar, 1-1/2 cups buttermilk, 1-1/2 cups brewed coffee, cooled, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, Dark Chocolate Layer Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Dark Chocolate Layer Cake

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