CUPID'S CHOCOLATE CAKE

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I'm pleased to share the recipe for the very best chocolate cake I have ever tasted. I prepare this treat every year on Valentine's Day. It's rich, delectable and absolutely irresistible. -Shelaine Duncan, North Powder, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups sugar
4 eggs
2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
4 cups buttercream frosting of your choice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with water, beating well after each addition. , Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For filling, in a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Beat in confectioners' sugar and remaining vanilla. , Place bottom cake layer on a serving plate; spread with half of the filling. Repeat. Place top layer on cake; frost top and sides of cake with buttercream frosting. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 792 calories, Fat 35g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 596mg sodium, Carbohydrate 113g carbohydrate (86g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Suparrii 302
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was easy to make and turned out perfect.


Kinobe Sulaiman
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This cake was a bit too dry for my taste, but the frosting was delicious.


Pam Wright
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one was really good! It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was just the right amount of sweetness.


Marko Jovovic
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This chocolate cake is the best! It's moist and fluffy, with the perfect amount of chocolate flavor. I love the addition of the cherries and nuts, which add a nice texture and flavor contrast.


Jenessey Evan
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This cake was delicious! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I would definitely make this cake again.


Shehryar Al Hussaini production
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I've made this chocolate cake several times and it's always a hit! It's easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Emmanuel Tachie
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I made this cake for my son's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.


Tamera Janine
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This cake was a bit too dry for my taste, but the frosting was delicious.


Bilal Abou chakra
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one was really good! It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was just the right amount of sweetness.


Ado Mirani
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This chocolate cake is my go-to recipe for special occasions. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


MR:Meraz Rahman
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Tsamba Claus
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The chocolate cake was delicious, but the frosting was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Balistar Chaudhary
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This chocolate cake is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out perfect. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and just because.


Tithi Ray
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great! It was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and smooth.


Alex Lee
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This cake was a disappointment. It was dry and crumbly, and the frosting was too sweet.


Mohsin Rana
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This chocolate cake is the best I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is to die for. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


PAPA BODE HOUSE TV
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was easy to make and turned out perfect.


Farhat Ameer
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This cake was delicious! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I would definitely make this cake again.


Michael Afenyo
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This chocolate cake was a hit! It was moist and fluffy, with the perfect amount of chocolate flavor. I loved the addition of the cherries and nuts, which added a nice texture and flavor contrast.


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