🍫 Decadent Chocolate Cake 🍫

Rich, moist, and irresistibly chocolatey — this cake is pure indulgence in every bite.

🧁 Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
• ¾ cup cocoa powder (75g)
• 1½ cups sugar (300g)
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• 1½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk (240ml)
• ½ cup vegetable oil (120ml)
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup hot coffee or water (240ml)

For the Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

• 1 cup butter, softened (230g)
• 3 cups powdered sugar (360g)
• ½ cup cocoa powder (50g)
• ½ cup heavy cream or milk (120ml)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Bake the Cake

• In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
• Slowly pour in hot coffee (this enhances the chocolate flavor!) and mix gently.
• Divide batter evenly into two greased 8-inch pans.
• Bake at 170°C (340°F) for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Let cakes cool completely before frosting.

2. Make the Frosting

• Beat butter until light and creamy.
• Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing well.
• Add cream, vanilla, and salt. Beat until fluffy and smooth.

3. Assemble the Cake

• Place one cake layer on a board and spread a thick layer of frosting.
• Add the second layer and frost the entire cake.
• Smooth the sides or create decorative swirls for a decadent finish.

❄️ Tip: Chill slightly before slicing for clean, perfect cuts!

✨ Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or whenever you crave something truly indulgent.