Chocolate layer cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a rich, moist cake with a decadent chocolate frosting. However, baking a chocolate layer cake from scratch can be a daunting task. With so many different recipes and techniques to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. This article will help you bake the perfect one-bowl chocolate layer cake. We will provide you with a simple and easy-to-follow recipe that will produce a delicious and moist cake. So preheat your oven and get ready to bake the best chocolate layer cake you have ever tasted!
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BEST EVER ONE BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE
This Best Ever One Bowl Chocolate Cake is the 'holy grail' of chocolate cakes! It's soft and tender with a deep chocolate flavour, and it's perfect for frosting!
Provided by Chrissie Baker (thebusybaker.ca)
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt until well combined.
- Add the eggs, the milk, the vegetable oil and the vanilla, and whisk these ingredients into the dry ingredients until the mixture is smooth.
- Slowly add the boiling water, whisking constantly until the cake batter is runny and smooth.
- Pour the cake batter into a greased 9-inch by 13-inch rectangular pan and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack while you make the frosting.
- For the frosting, whip the butter on high speed using a stand mixer or electric hand mixer until the butter is pale and smooth. Add the cocoa powder and the powdered sugar and continue to whip until everything is combined and smooth.
- If necessary, add the milk a few drops at a time to loosen up the frosting until it reaches a consistency that is spreadable. This step may not be necessary depending on the temperature of the butter you used for the frosting.
- When the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting over the cake.
- Refrigerate the cake for about 1 hour to allow the frosting to set before serving, or serve immediately if you desire.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 477 kcal, Carbohydrate 69 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Sodium 307 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 51 g
ONE-BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE
Birthday? Anniversary? Going-away party? This super-easy, one-bowl layer cake is the perfect dessert for any gathering of chocolate buffs.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield Serves 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter two 8-by-2-inch round cake pans; dust with flour, tapping out excess. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk in eggs, buttermilk, water, vanilla, and oil.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake until tops spring back when lightly pressed, about 30 minutes. Transfer pans to a wire rack; let cool 15 minutes. Invert cakes onto rack, remove parchment, then turn top-side up (to prevent sticky tops from sticking to rack); let cool completely.
- Spread 1 1/2 cups frosting over top of one cooled cake layer. Top with remaining layer. Spread a thin coat (about 1 cup) of frosting over top and sides of cake to create a "crumb coat." Refrigerate about 20 minutes, then frost top and sides of cake with remaining frosting. (For a more refined look, trim domed top of cake flat before layering and frosting.)
ONE BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE I
The easiest chocolate cake in the world, and minimal cleanup!
Provided by shirleyo
Categories Desserts Cakes Chocolate Cake Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch round pans.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Make a well in the center and add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla. Beat for 2 minutes at medium speed. Stir in boiling water.
- Pour into two 9 inch pans. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then turn out onto a wire rack and continue cooling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 216.8 mg, Sugar 17.3 g
ONE BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE III
This is a rich and moist chocolate cake. It only takes a few minutes to prepare the batter. Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting.
Provided by shirleyo
Categories Desserts Cakes Chocolate Cake Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two nine inch round pans.
- In a large bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla, mix for 2 minutes on medium speed of mixer. Stir in the boiling water last. Batter will be thin. Pour evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cake tests done with a toothpick. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 217.1 mg, Sugar 17.3 g
PERFECT ONE-BOWL CHOCOLATE LAYER CAKE
To avoid and small lumps in the batter make certain to sift your cocoa powder, and using a good-quality cocoa will only improve the flavor, the batter will not work well for cupcakes.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees F.
- Set oven rack to second-lowest position).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans ( can use 8-inch cake pans an increase the baking time slightly).
- In a large bowl combine the sugar with flour, sifted cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt; mix until combined.
- Add in eggs, cooled coffee, buttermilk or milk, vanilla and oil; mix using an electric mixer at medium speed beat until smooth.
- Add in the water/coffee mixture and beat for another 2 minutes (batter will be quite thin).
- Divide mixture evenly between the two cake pans.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until cake tests done (the baking time will vary depending on what size of pan you use).
ONE BOWL ONE-LAYER CHOCOLATE CAKE (BETTER HOME AND GARDEN)
From NYTimes.com. Originally published with Hefty New Primers For Cooks Lacking Practice and Time By FLORENCE FABRICANT, September 20, 1989
Provided by Second2None
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 1 cake, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine first six ingredients in bowl; add milk, shortening and vanilla. Using an electric mixer, beat on low speed until combined, then beat on medium for 2 minutes. Add egg and beat two more minutes.
- Pour into buttered and floured 9-inch baking pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes (or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean). Cool on rack for 10 minutes. Remove from pan and cool thoroughly on rack. YIELD 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 178.6, Carbohydrate 39.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 25.1, Protein 3.7
ONE-LAYER CHOCOLATE CAKE
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dessert
Time 39m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine first six ingredients in bowl; add milk, shortening and vanilla. Using an electric mixer, beat on low speed until combined, then beat on medium for 2 minutes. Add egg and beat two more minutes.
- Pour into buttered and floured 9-inch baking pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes (or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean). Cool on rack for 10 minutes. Remove from pan and cool thoroughly on rack.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 249, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 176 milligrams, Sugar 26 grams, TransFat 1 gram
Tips:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This will help the cake batter come together smoothly and evenly.
- Use a digital kitchen scale to measure your ingredients. This will ensure that you are using the correct amounts of each ingredient, which is essential for a successful cake.
- Do not overmix the cake batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help the cake rise evenly and prevent it from sinking in the middle.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly and prevent it from sliding off the cake.
Conclusion:
This one-bowl chocolate layer cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It is easy to make, moist and delicious, and can be customized to your liking. With its rich chocolate flavor and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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