Indulge in the rich and moist goodness of this chocolate buttermilk cake. This recipe combines the perfect balance of chocolate flavor and moist texture, making it a hit at any gathering or simply as a sweet treat. The addition of buttermilk adds a tangy twist, elevating the taste even further. This cake is easy to make and sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until the batter is smooth and well-combined.
- Gradually add boiling water to the batter while mixing continuously. The batter will be thin, but that's okay.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- 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 are completely cooled, you can frost them with your favorite chocolate frosting and decorate as desired.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Buttermilk helps to keep the cake tender and moist.
The addition of boiling water creates a lighter texture in the cake.
This recipe can be easily modified by adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra crunch and flavor.