Decadent Cream-Filled Chocolate Cake Recipe

This Cream-Filled Chocolate Cake Recipe features rich chocolate layers filled with a luscious cream filling. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat, this cake is sure to impress with its moist texture and delightful flavors.

The recipe is straightforward and allows for customization, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.

Indulgent Chocolate Cake with Cream Filling

This cake consists of two layers of moist chocolate cake, generously filled with a creamy filling that complements the chocolate perfectly. The recipe takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes from start to finish and serves 8-10 people.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream filling)
Chocolate shavings or sprinkles for decoration (optional)

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 bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined. Gradually stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
Bake the Cake: 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. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Cream Filling: In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread the cream filling evenly on top, then place the second cake layer on top.
Decorate: Optionally, dust the top with cocoa powder or decorate with chocolate shavings or sprinkles. Slice and serve.