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Chocolate Cake

This rich and moist chocolate cake is topped with luscious chocolate buttercream frosting, perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light-brown sugar
  • 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 0.75 cup vegetable oil
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.33 cup milk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Carefully add boiling water and whisk until smooth. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  3. Using an electric mixer on low, blend in vegetable oil and melted butter. Add eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla, mixing until combined. Gradually add flour, then stir in sour cream and milk until smooth.
  4. Divide batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake for 29-34 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
  5. Frost with buttercream frosting, assemble, and serve.

Notes

This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerated for longer freshness.