Here’s a rich and moist Velvet Cocoa Cake recipe that will satisfy any chocolate lover!
Velvet Cocoa Cake Recipe
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar, let sit 5 minutes)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) hot coffee (or hot water for a milder flavor)
For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (50g) cocoa powder
- 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream or milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Slowly pour in the hot coffee while stirring. The batter will be thin—that’s perfect!
Step 2: Bake the Cake
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3: Make the Frosting
- In a bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
- Add cocoa powder and mix well.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with the heavy cream, until smooth and fluffy.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting over one cake layer.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake.
- Smooth the frosting and decorate as desired (chocolate shavings, berries, or a dusting of cocoa powder).
Enjoy! 🍫
Slice and serve your Velvet Cocoa Cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a cup of coffee for pure bliss. Let me know if you want variations! 😊