Fudgy Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Bean Buttercream Icing

Chocolate cake is believed to have originated in the United States during the 18th century. It gained popularity and became a staple dessert in many households around the world.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 125 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Fudgy Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Bean Buttercream Icing

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 5 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 5040

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 cup Granulated sugar
• ³⁄₄ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 cup Butter
• 4 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla bean paste
• 2 tablespoon Heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing continuously.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a separate bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla bean paste, beating until light and fluffy.
8. Add the heavy cream and continue to beat until the buttercream is smooth and spreadable.
9. Once the cake has cooled, spread the vanilla bean buttercream icing evenly over the top and sides.
10. Let the cake rest for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
11. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 420kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Total Carbohydrate 54g18%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.