Name: Ultimate Triple Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder; 1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons espresso powder (optional); 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 2 large eggs (at room temperature); 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1 cup buttermilk (at room temperature); 1 cup freshly brewed strong hot coffee; 1 and 1/4 cups unsalted butter (softened); 3 and 1/2 cups confectioners sugar; 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 3–5 tablespoons heavy cream; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; Semi-sweet chocolate chips (for garnish)

Description

Indulge in the ultimate triple chocolate cake with layers of rich chocolate sponge and creamy buttercream frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons espresso powder (optional)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs (at room temperature)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk (at room temperature)
1 cup freshly brewed strong hot coffee
1 and 1/4 cups unsalted butter (softened)
3 and 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3–5 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Semi-sweet chocolate chips (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch cake pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.
In a separate bowl, mix the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla. Then add the buttermilk and mix well.
Combine the wet and dry mixtures, then add the hot coffee and whisk until smooth.
Divide the batter into the cake pans and bake for 23-26 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool completely on a wire rack.
For the buttercream, beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the confectioners sugar, cocoa powder, heavy cream, salt, and vanilla. Beat until fluffy.
Level the cooled cakes and frost with buttercream, garnishing with chocolate chips if desired.
Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes before serving to set the frosting.

Notes

For the best flavor, make sure all ingredients are at room temperature. This cake is great for special occasions or simply as a treat!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 38g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 64g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 60mg