Description

There’s something universally comforting about a slice of moist chocolate cake. Its rich flavor, tender crumb, and indulgent texture make it a favorite for many. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply satisfying a sweet craving, this recipe promises to deliver perfection every time.

Ingredients

Scale

1¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup hot coffee

Frosting:

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup sour cream
1½ cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and hot coffee.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, melt the chocolate chips and let cool slightly.
Mix melted chocolate, sour cream, vanilla, and salt. Gradually add powdered sugar and stir until smooth and creamy.
Once cakes are cooled, frost and decorate as desired.

Notes

Bring ingredients to room temperature for best results. Don’t skip the hot coffee—it enhances the chocolate flavor and moisture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 310mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: moist chocolate cake, chocolate dessert, sour cream cake, layered cake, rich chocolate