Description
Indulge in the rich decadence of Belgian chocolate cake, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This moist, velvety cake is infused with deep chocolate flavors complemented by a hint of coffee, making it an irresistible treat. Whether it’s for a birthday celebration or just a sweet escape on a gloomy day, this cake will enchant your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round 9-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in buttermilk and vanilla.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until combined. Optionally add chocolate chips.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. Frost as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Belgian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg