Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this decadent Blackout Cake. With its rich layers of moist chocolate cake and luscious frosting, this treat is a chocolate lover’s dream come true. Each slice reveals a velvety texture and an intense cocoa flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion, this stunning layered cake not only delights the palate but also serves as an impressive centerpiece for your dessert table.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- Optional: chocolate ganache for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk until the batter is smooth.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing results. For added flavor, fold in chocolate chips or flavored extracts like mint or orange zest. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to five days.