How to Make Dark Chocolate Cake I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Indulge in a rich, decadent treat with this Dark Chocolate Cake recipe. Not for the faint of heart, this cake is a chocolate lover's dream come true. With its intense chocolate flavor and moist, tender crumb, this cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a special celebration or just a craving for something sweet and satisfying.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 ¼ cups white sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 3 to 9 - inch round pans

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 3 - 9 inch round cake pans. In medium bowl, pour boiling water over cocoa, and whisk until smooth. Let mixture cool. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at time, then stir in vanilla. Add the flour mixture alternately with the cocoa mixture. Spread batter evenly between the 3 prepared pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool.
  • Nutrition

    427 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 103mg
    • Sodium: 463mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 64g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 38g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 169mg