Fudgy Chocolate Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Fudgy Chocolate Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups flour; 1 cup minus 1 tbl. unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup butter (or 1 1/2 sticks); 2/3 cup sugar; 2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 1/2 cups buttermilk; Frosting and Garnish; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted after measuring; 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted; 2 teaspoons vanilla; chocolate shavings (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 3/4 cups flour
1 cup minus 1 tbl. unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter (or 1 1/2 sticks)
2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
Frosting and Garnish
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar, sifted after measuring
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla
chocolate shavings (to garnish)

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["Line bottoms of two 9"" round cake pans with waxed paper.", "Grease paper and sides of pan.", "Dust with flour, set aside.", "In bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, soda and salt til mixed.", "In large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugars at medium-speed til light and fluffy.", "Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.", "Add vanilla.", "On low speed, alternately beat in flour mixture and buttermilk just til blended.", "Divide batter equally into prepared pans.", "Bake in 350 oven for 25-30 minutes, or til a toothpick comes out clean.", "Cool in pans on wire rack for 10 minutes.", "Turn cakes out onto racks.", "Remove waxed paper.", "Turn layers top-side up, and cool completely.", "Frosting:", "Beat butter and powdered sugar on medium speed til light and fluffy.", "Add melted chocolate and vanilla.", "Continue beating til shiny and smooth.", "Place one cake onto serving platter.", "Spread with frosting.", "Top with remaining cake layer.", "Frost top and sides.", "Let cake stand for 30 minutes before topping with chocolate shavings, and before slicing."]

1945

kcal

Calories

142

Fat

167

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3/4 cups flour, 1 cup minus 1 tbl. unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Fudgy 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.

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Fudgy Chocolate Layer Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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