The BEST Moist Chocolate Cake recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cup 250g all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup 56g cocoa powder
I prefer this one
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup 200g granulated sugar
- ½ cup 110g packed light brown sugar
- ¾ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup 120ml neutral oil
- ¾ cup 180ml sour cream
- 1 tsp 5ml pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup 240ml hot coffee
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans and line the base with parchment paper.
- 2
Sift flour, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda into a large bowl. Add both sugars and salt and whisk to blend well, pressing out any lumps of brown sugar.
- 3
Combine eggs, oil, sour cream and vanilla in a medium bowl and whisk to blend well. Pour into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix with an electric hand mixer on medium-low until blended. It will be thick and somewhat dry. Add the hot coffee gradually in two stages to minimize clumps forming and beat until evenly combined and the batter smooth.
- 4
Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-33 minutes until cakes spring back when pressed gently and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Transfer pans to a wire rack and let cool for 15 minutes before inverting onto the rack to cool completely.
- 5
Once cakes are cooled, cover them with my BEST Chocolate Fudge Frosting! The recipe is here.
The BEST Moist Chocolate Cake recipe
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About this Recipe
Tired of dry, crumbly chocolate cakes that disappoint? This recipe promises the ultimate moist and rich chocolate experience you've been dreaming of, destined to become the only one you'll ever need. This is a cake that truly lives up to its name, delivering pure chocolate bliss with every forkful.
The combination of neutral oil, rich sour cream, and hot coffee is the secret to this cake's incredible moisture, ensuring every bite is tender and never dry. These key ingredients work in harmony to create a luxurious texture and deep flavor profile that sets this recipe apart from the rest, making it a true chocoholic's dream.
Prepare for a truly decadent chocolate experience. This cake delivers a deep, satisfying chocolate flavor with an impossibly moist, velvety crumb that practically melts in your mouth. The texture is consistent and tender throughout, making for a truly enjoyable treat that feels both comforting and indulgent. With its rich aroma and appealing appearance, you'll be proud to serve this impressive dessert.
While this cake is exceptional as written, you can easily make a few adjustments. Experiment with different brands of cocoa powder to find your preferred chocolate intensity, as the recipe author notes their preference. You could also swap half of the granulated sugar for dark brown sugar for an even deeper molasses note, though the light brown sugar already contributes wonderfully to the moistness. For those who prefer a slightly less intense coffee flavor, using half hot coffee and half hot water can be an option, but the coffee truly enhances the chocolate.
Perfect for any celebration, a special weeknight dessert, or simply as a comforting treat, this cake is best enjoyed with your favorite chocolate frosting, as suggested, or a scoop of premium vanilla bean ice cream to complement its rich flavors.