Description
Inspired by the iconic rich chocolate cake from Matilda, this ultra-moist, fudgy cake is layered with smooth chocolate frosting—perfect for serious chocolate lovers seeking a decadent dessert.
Ingredients
Cake:
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup hot coffee or hot water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Frosting:
- 200g unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare your baking pans by greasing them thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder until well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Crack in the eggs and add the milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until the batter is smooth and uniform.
- Incorporate Hot Coffee: Slowly stir in the hot coffee or hot water; the batter will become thin, which is expected and will help create the moist texture.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the greased cake pans and place them in the oven. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cakes: Remove the pans from the oven and allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans on a wire rack before frosting.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Add milk and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
- Frost Cake: Once the cakes are fully cooled, spread the frosting generously over one layer, top with the second layer, and frost the top and sides evenly.
- Serve: Chill slightly if desired before slicing and serve to enjoy the rich chocolate flavor.
Notes
- Using coffee enhances the chocolate flavor without imparting a coffee taste.
- Chilling the cake slightly before slicing ensures cleaner cuts.
- Choose high-quality cocoa powder for the best flavor depth.
- Ensure cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
