The irresistible chocolate cake is a timeless classic that has captivated hearts and taste buds for generations. For many, the thought of sinking their teeth into a luscious, moist, chocolatey slice of heaven is a pure bliss. Whether it's for an elaborate celebration or a cozy weekend treat, the pursuit of the perfect chocolate cake recipe can be an exciting and rewarding culinary endeavor. With a myriad of recipes available, navigating the vast culinary landscape to uncover the crème de la crème of chocolate cakes can be a daunting task. This comprehensive guide aims to assist you in selecting the most extraordinary chocolate cake recipe, promising an unforgettable taste experience that will leave you craving more.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
IRRESISTIBLE CHOCOLATE CAKE
This is from the Sampson Eagon Inn. It's a little bit a work, but really worth it. True chocolate nirvana!
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Blend together 1 cup sugar, cocoa powder and 1/2 cup yogurt.
- In another bowl, cream butter with 1 cup sugar.
- Beat eggs, one at a time, into creamed butter.
- Then beat in cocoa mixture.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt and baking soda.
- Add flour to butter cocoa mixture, alternating with remaining 1/2 cup of yogurt into which the Kahlua has been blended.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour evenly into a buttered 10-inch springform tube pan that has been dusted with cocoa powder.
- Bake for approximately one hour or until tester comes out clean.
- Cool cake on a rack before removing from pan.
- For the Glaze---------------.
- Break chocolate into bits.
- Place double boiler over, not in, a pan of hot water.
- Add chocolate, cream, butter and Kahlua.
- Cover tightly and heat for a few minutes, stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Transfer to stainless steel bowl and cover.
- Keep at room temperature.
- Slowly pour about half the glaze over the top of the cake spreading it evenly with a metal spatula over the top, sides and in the center.
- Refrigerate until glaze is firm.
- Then repeat with remaining glaze.
- Refrigerate again to allow second layer of glaze to firm up.
- Decorate with piped buttercream chocolate frosting in an interesting shape and top each with a chocolate coffee bean or pecan or walnut half.
- Or just accent with fresh flowers in center and around the sides.
- Best served the next day.
CRAZY CHOCOLATE CAKE
My sisters and I always requested this cake for our birthdays. Now, my daughters ask for it for their birthdays!
Provided by Judy and Amanda
Categories Desserts Cakes Chocolate Cake Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients right in a 9 x 13 inch pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes. Remove from oven and cool. Frost with your favorite frosting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 22.3 g
EXTREME CHOCOLATE CAKE
A rich moist chocolate cake with a chocolate buttercream icing. This is the best cake in the world!
Provided by RACH56
Categories Desserts Cakes Chocolate Cake Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch cake pans.
- Use the first set of ingredients to make the cake. In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Add the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla, mix for 3 minutes with an electric mixer. Stir in the boiling water by hand. Pour evenly into the two prepared pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to cool completely.
- To make the frosting, use the second set of ingredients. Cream butter until light and fluffy. Stir in the cocoa and confectioners' sugar alternately with the milk and vanilla. Beat to a spreading consistency.
- Split the layers of cooled cake horizontally, cover the top of each layer with frosting, then stack them onto a serving plate. Frost the outside of the cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 654.8 calories, Carbohydrate 111.1 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 524.3 mg, Sugar 87.6 g
THE BEST CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: flour, dutch processed cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, baking powder, stout, vanilla extract, espresso powder, butter, sugar, eggs, mayonnaise, dark chocolate, butter, vanilla extract, dutch processed cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, fresh fruit
Provided by Scott Loitsch
Categories Bakery Goods
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Grease and line three 8-inch (20 cm) cake tins with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large glass measuring cup, combine the stout, vanilla, and espresso powder. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until it is light and fluffy, about 5 minutes, scraping down the sides occasionally to ensure all the ingredients are being evenly creamed together.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Add the mayonnaise and beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Preheat oven to 325˚F (160˚C).
- Alternate adding the prepared dry and wet ingredients to the batter. Starting with about ⅓ of the dry ingredients, beat until incorporated. Then add ⅓ of the liquid ingredients, mixing until the batter comes together. Continue until all the wet and dry ingredients have been incorporated.
- Using a rubber scraper, fold the dark chocolate chunks into the batter.
- Distribute the batter evenly between the 3 prepared cake tins.
- Bake for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Place the cakes on a cooling rack and leave to cool for about 10-15 minutes, until the outside of the pan is cool enough to touch.
- Once the cakes have cooled, loosen the edges using a butter knife. Then place a large plate over the tin and invert to release the cake from the pan. Remove the parchment paper from the bottom of the cake and slide the cake back onto the cooling rack to cool completely. Repeat for the remaining two layers.
- While your cakes are cooling, prepare the buttercream.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and vanilla.
- Gradually add in the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and milk, continuously beating until all the ingredients have been incorporated and the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Frost and decorate to your liking.
- Slice and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 787 calories, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 73 grams
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the taste of your cake. Use real butter, not margarine, and good quality chocolate.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake at the right temperature: The temperature of the oven can affect the texture of the cake. Bake the cake at the temperature specified in the recipe.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help the frosting to set properly.
- Be creative with your frosting: There are many different types of frosting that you can use to decorate your cake. Get creative and have fun!
Conclusion:
Chocolate cake is a classic dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a chocolate cake that everyone will love. Whether you're a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, I encourage you to try one of the recipes in this article. You won't be disappointed!
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