How to Make Amish Chocolate Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Amish Chocolate Cake is a classic dessert that has been passed down through generations in Amish communities. This rich and moist cake is the perfect indulgence for chocolate lovers, and its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe make it a great choice for bakers of all skill levels.

One of the key components of Amish Chocolate Cake is its rich, velvety texture. This is achieved through the use of buttermilk and coffee in the batter, which not only add depth of flavor but also h...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup hot water

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • Cream brown sugar and butter together in a separate large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, until well incorporated. Gradually add buttermilk, followed by vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
  • Add flour mixture to butter mixture in thirds, alternating with hot water, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients, beating just until combined. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove baking dish from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to completely cool.
  • Nutrition

    228 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 346mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 124mg