Description
This indulgent Blackout Cake is a chocolate lover’s dream! Rich, moist, and decadent, it’s layered with thick chocolate frosting and a hint of espresso to enhance the chocolate flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder (optional)
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually pour in the hot water and instant espresso powder, stirring to combine.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, and mix until smooth.
- Slowly add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, continuing to mix until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
- Frost the top of one cake layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake, smoothing the edges and topping with any leftover frosting.
Notes
- For an even richer flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of espresso powder to the cake batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- The cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle with chocolate ganache or sprinkle with chocolate shavings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American