Chocolate Velvet Cake for True Chocolate Lovers
Velvet Fudge Chocolate Cake features moist chocolate layers paired with smooth fudge frosting for a rich and classic dessert.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup hot coffee
1 cup unsalted butter softened for frosting
6 ounces dark chocolate melted
3 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder for frosting
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare two 8-inch cake pans.
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Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another.
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Combine mixtures and stir in hot coffee.
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Divide batter into pans and bake 28 to 32 minutes.
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Cool completely.
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Beat butter, add cocoa powder and powdered sugar alternately with cream.
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Stir in melted chocolate and vanilla.
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Frost between layers and over cake.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for smooth batter and frosting.