Description
This Death By Chocolate Cake is an irresistible treat packed with rich chocolate flavor, perfect for celebrations or simply indulging your sweet cravings. Its simple preparation and delightful layers make it a must-try for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour; sifted
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup cocoa powder; sifted
- 2 ½ tsp. baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 1 cup sour cream; room temperature
- ½ cup canola oil
- 2 large eggs; room temperature
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 tsp. instant coffee crystals
- 2 tbsp. white vinegar; or distilled vinegar
- ½ cup warm water
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp. dark baking cocoa powder
- 2 cups unsalted butter; room temperature
- 1 cup dark baking cocoa powder
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp. warm brewed coffee
- 1 ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the wet ingredients for the cake batter, including sugar, and mix until dissolved.
- In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients, and then slowly add them to the wet mixture, whisking thoroughly.
- Divide the batter evenly into baking pans and bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the Chocolate Syrup by combining all its ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and setting it aside.
- For the frosting, beat butter in a large bowl until fluffy, then add cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt in small batches while whisking.
- Incorporate powdered sugar, heavy cream, and coffee into the mixture and refrigerate until use.
- Once the cake has cooled completely, slice it in half to create four layers, frosting each layer as you stack them, refrigerating briefly to set.
- Finish decorating the cake with a layer of frosting on top, adding chocolate chips as desired. Cut and enjoy.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing results.
Chilling the cake between frosting layers helps maintain texture and appearance.
This cake can be made a day in advance; store covered to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg