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Matilda's Chocolate Cake

Matilda's Chocolate Cake

Indulge in Matilda's Chocolate Cake, a rich and moist delight perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or cake flour for a lighter cake
  • 2 cups granulated sugar or caster sugar for finer texture
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder leavening agent
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda for optimal leavening
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt enhances chocolate flavor
  • 0.75 cups Dutch cocoa powder or natural cocoa as a substitute
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil can substitute with canola oil
  • 2 large eggs use room temperature
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk or homemade with milk and vinegar
  • 1 cups hot coffee or hot water if preferred
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate (60-70%) high-quality for best results
  • 1 cup unsalted butter or skip additional salt if using salted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream full-fat for the best texture
  • 3 cups powdered sugar can be homemade by blending sugar

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking Pans
  • Parchment Paper
  • saucepan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare two 8-inch round baking pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder until evenly blended.
  3. Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla, mixing until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  4. Stir in the hot coffee until the batter is smooth and runny.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans, using cake strips if desired for even baking.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. To make frosting, melt the butter, chocolate, heavy cream, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.
  9. Allow the frosting to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate until thickened.
  10. Assemble the cake by frosting between layers and on top and sides, creating decorative patterns as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing for a fluffy cake.

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