Chocolate Layer Cake

If you’re a chocolate lover, this decadent chocolate layer cake is going to be your new favorite treat. With its moist layers and rich chocolate frosting, it’s the ultimate indulgence for the senses! 😍

👵🏼 Instructions 👵🏼

🧑‍🍳 Step 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare two 23 cm (9-inch) round cake pans by greasing and lightly flouring them to prevent the cake from sticking.

🧑‍🍳 Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, dark cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

🧑‍🍳 Step 3: Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

🧑‍🍳 Step 4: Slowly stir in the boiling water. The batter will be quite thin, but that’s okay—this ensures a moist and tender cake.

🧑‍🍳 Step 5: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Place them in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

🧑‍🍳 Step 6: Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove them from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chocolate Frosting:

🧑‍🍳 Step 7: To make the frosting, melt the dark chocolate with butter and double cream in a bain-marie (double boiler) or a heatproof bowl set over simmering water. Stir continuously until the mixture is silky smooth.

Assembling the Cake:

🧑‍🍳 Step 8: Once the cakes are fully cooled, it’s time to assemble. Place one layer of cake on your serving plate. Spread a generous amount of chocolate frosting on top.

🧑‍🍳 Step 9: Add the second layer of cake and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting, ensuring it’s smooth and even.

Total Time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes

Now, it’s time to enjoy this mouthwatering Chocolate Layer Cake Delight! Serve and savor every rich bite. 🍫🍰