Ingredients
This Simply Recipes Chocolate Cake is a classic that never goes out of style. To make it, you'll need: 2¼ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature, 1¾ cups granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 cup buttermilk, and ½ cup strongly brewed coffee.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix. Add the dry ingredients in three batches, alternating with the buttermilk and coffee. Mix until just combined. Divide the batter between the two prepared pans. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
This Simply Recipes Chocolate Cake tastes even better with a delicious frosting. To make the frosting, you'll need: 1½ cups butter, room temperature, 3 cups confectioners' sugar, 1 cup cocoa powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and ¼ cup strongly brewed coffee. In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Add the vanilla extract and coffee and mix until combined. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake layers.
Serving
This Simply Recipes Chocolate Cake is best served at room temperature. Serve this classic cake with some fresh fruit and a dollop of whipped cream for a truly special treat. Enjoy!
Nutrition
This Simply Recipes Chocolate Cake is a decadent, yet healthy treat. A single serving of the cake contains 470 calories, 22 grams of fat, 62 grams of carbohydrates, and 5 grams of protein. It also provides a good source of vitamins A, C, and D, as well as calcium and iron. Enjoy this delicious cake in moderation for a guilt-free indulgence.