This chocolate graham nut cake is a treat that will satisfy all your chocolate cravings. Made with layers of moist chocolate cake, crunchy graham crackers, and a delightful blend of nuts, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The rich chocolate frosting adds the perfect finishing touch, making it an irresistible dessert for any occasion. With its easy preparation and heavenly taste, this cake will become a favorite in your repertoire. Serve it at birthdays, holidays, or simply as a decadent treat to delight your loved ones.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 9 graham crackers
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 4 cups chocolate frosting
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth and well-combined.
- Pour in the boiling water and stir until the mixture is fully incorporated.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Break the graham crackers into small pieces and sprinkle them on top of the batter in the pans. Press them gently into the batter.
- Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the graham cracker layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes have cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of chocolate frosting on top.
- Carefully place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining chocolate frosting.
- For a decorative touch, you can pipe additional frosting around the edges or sprinkle some extra nuts on top.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to set.
- Slice and serve the cake chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Graham crackers were created in the 19th century by Reverend Sylvester Graham as part of a vegetarian diet.
Chocolate cake is believed to have originated in the United States in the mid-18th century.
Nuts not only add a delightful crunch to this cake but also provide healthy fats and nutrients.
Chocolate has been enjoyed for thousands of years and was considered a sacred food by ancient civilizations.