Moist Buttermilk Chocolate Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

This buttermilk chocolate cake recipe yields a rich and moist cake that is perfect for any occasion. The addition of buttermilk enhances the flavor and texture, making it incredibly tender and delicious.

This cake recipe is straightforward and can be easily customized with your favorite frosting or toppings to create a delightful dessert.

Delicious Buttermilk Chocolate Cake Recipe

This buttermilk chocolate cake features a deep chocolate flavor complemented by the tanginess of buttermilk. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
Incorporate Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is well combined (the batter will be thin).
Bake the Cakes: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Frost and Serve: Once cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting and serve.