This is one of Martha's favorite traditional chocolate layer cakes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Yield Makes 1 six-layer cake;
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour two 8-by-3-inch cake pans. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, on medium speed, cream together butter, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Sift together flour and baking powder. With the mixer set on low speed, add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, starting and ending with flour; scrape down sides twice.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whisk egg whites with pinch of salt on high speed until stiff peaks form, 3 to 5 minutes. Whisk in a large spoonful of the beaten whites into the batter to lighten the mixture. Fold the lightened batter into the remaining egg whites. Divide the batter equally among the prepared pans. Bake until golden brown and a cake tester inserted into the center comes clean, about 1 hour 5 minutes. Remove the pans to a rack to cool for 5 minutes. Invert cakes onto wire rack to cool completely.
- If cakes are not level, use a serrated knife to trim tops off. Carefully slice each cake horizontally into three equal layers, about 3/4 inch thick. (You will have six layers.) To assemble, place one sliced layer on an 8-inch cardboard cake round. Spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Repeat with remaining layers, placing the final layer bottom side up. Cover cake with remaining frosting. Serve immediately.
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Brittney B
[email protected]This is the worst chocolate cake recipe I've ever tried. Don't waste your time on it.
Paul Sackett
[email protected]This cake is way too complicated to make. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
Maberi Sharif
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out well. I'm not sure what went wrong.
shahzaib suhail
[email protected]The cake was very dry. I think I overbaked it.
soha islam
[email protected]I had trouble getting the cake to rise properly. It turned out a bit flat.
Mian Faizan
[email protected]This cake is very dense and heavy. It's not my favorite, but it's still a good recipe.
Lastborn Siza
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of the frosting, but the cake itself was very good.
Cyrox Gaming
[email protected]I found the recipe to be a bit confusing, but the cake turned out well in the end.
Salmn Saleh
[email protected]This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.
Jahanzeb Khan
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Manman Balls
[email protected]I'm always looking for new chocolate cake recipes and this one is a keeper! It's so rich and delicious.
FREDRICK SIEKYIRE
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Yasmeen Alramadnah
[email protected]I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and my cake turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.
Esme Keast
[email protected]This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's definitely a showstopper!
Nicolas
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Najam khan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my cake turned out perfectly. It was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy.
Nmp
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make! I was able to whip it up in no time at all.
JoeAnne Rivers
[email protected]I love the rich chocolate flavor of this cake. It's perfect for a special occasion or just a weekend treat.
Shani_mir Shani_mir
[email protected]This old-fashioned chocolate layer cake is a classic for a reason. It's moist, delicious, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. I've made it several times and it's always a hit!