Sour Cream Chocolate Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Sour Cream Chocolate Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups flour, unbleached, sifted; 2 cups sugar; 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup vegetable shortening; 3/4 cup sour cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 large eggs; 1 cup water; 4 ounces baking chocolate; Frosting; 1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup regular margarine; 3 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/2 cup sour cream; 3 ounces baking chocolate

Servings: persons

2 cups flour, unbleached, sifted
2 cups sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
3/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup water
4 ounces baking chocolate
Frosting
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup regular margarine
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
3 ounces baking chocolate

1
Sift togetehr the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large mixing bowl.
2
Add shortening, sour cream, vanilla, eggs, water and chocolate (melted then cooled).
3
Beat with an electric mixer at low speed, scraping bowl constantly, for 1/2 minute.
4
Increase speed to high and beat an additional 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
5
Pour batter into 2 greased and waxed-paper lined 9-inch round cake pans.
6
Bake in a preheated 350 degree F.
7
Oven for 35 minutes or until cake tests done.
8
Cool in pans on racks for 10 minutes.
9
Remove from pans and cool completely on the racks.
10
Place one cake layer on serving plate.
11
Spread with Sour Cream / Chocolate Frosting.
12
Top with second cake layer.
13
Frost sides and top of the cake with the remaining Sour Cream/Chocolate Frosting.
14
SOUR CREAM/CHOCOLATE FROSTING: Combine the softened butter or margarine, confectioners' sugar, and sour cream in a mixing bowl; blend well.
15
Add chocolate which has been melted and cooled and vanilla.
16
Beat until smooth.
17
Try this little trick when making this cake.
18
Take the layer that has the least amount of rise on the top and trim it to be flat with a sharp knife.
19
Place the trimmed side down (layer should be upside down).
20
Then frost between layers and place the other layer on right side up and finished frosting.
21
It will give the illusion of having a cake with only one domed layer and will sit better on your cake plate.
22
Also the trimmings are great eating just plain for the cook or for the kids.

1813

kcal

Calories

Fat

330

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 cups flour, unbleached, sifted, 2 cups sugar, 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Sour Cream 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sour Cream Chocolate Layer Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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