The Ultimate Chocolate Birthday Cake Feeding Boys & a FireFighter from www.feedingboys.co.uk
Introduction
Chocolate cakes are a timeless classic and a favorite for many people. They are perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just a sweet treat. In this article, we will be sharing a delicious chocolate birthday cake recipe that is sure to impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
For the cake: - 2 cups granulated sugar - 1¾ cups all-purpose flour - ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder - 1½ tsp baking powder - 1½ tsp baking soda - 1 tsp salt - 2 eggs - 1 cup milk - ½ cup vegetable oil - 2 tsp vanilla extract - 1 cup boiling water For the frosting: - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened - 3 cups powdered sugar - ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder - 1 tsp vanilla extract - ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them with butter and dusting them with flour. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well. 3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat the mixture on medium speed for about two minutes. 4. Gradually add the boiling water to the mixture, stirring constantly until well combined. The batter will be thin, but that's okay. 5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean. 6. Once the cakes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, remove them from the pans and place them on a wire rack to cool completely. 7. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. 8. Gradually add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to the butter, beating on low speed until the ingredients are combined. 9. Add the heavy cream to the mixture and beat on high speed for about 2-3 minutes, or until the frosting is light and fluffy. 10. Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top of the cake layer. 11. Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting, and spread another generous amount of frosting on top of the cake. 12. Spread the remaining frosting around the sides of the cake, using a spatula or knife to smooth it out. 13. Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings, such as chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or sprinkles.
Nutrition
This chocolate birthday cake recipe serves 12 people and each serving contains approximately: - 615 calories - 89g carbohydrates - 7g protein - 29g fat - 4g fiber - 70mg cholesterol - 524mg sodium - 71g sugar
Conclusion
This chocolate birthday cake recipe is easy to make and is sure to impress your guests with its rich chocolate flavor and decadent frosting. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or just craving something sweet, this cake is the perfect treat. Try it out and let us know what you think!
