11/12/2025
π°β¨ Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Frosting β Simple, Classy & Crazy Delicious ππ
π Ingredients (Serves 10β12)
For the cake: 2 cups all-purpose flour ΒΎ cup cocoa powder π« 1Β½ tsp baking powder 1Β½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup milk Β½ cup vegetable oil 2 eggs π₯ 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup hot water or brewed coffee β
For the vanilla frosting: 2 cups unsalted butter (softened) π§ 4 cups powdered sugar 3 tbsp milk 2 tsp vanilla extract A pinch of salt Chocolate sprinkles π« (for topping)
π©βπ³ Instructions
1οΈβ£ Preheat & prep: Heat oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans.
2οΈβ£ Mix the batter: Combine dry ingredients. Add milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Gradually pour in hot water or coffee and mix until glossy and thin.
3οΈβ£ Bake: Divide batter between pans and bake for 30β35 minutes. Cool completely before frosting.
4οΈβ£ Make the frosting: Beat butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt. Mix until creamy and spreadable.
5οΈβ£ Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer, spread frosting, top with the second layer, and coat the whole cake in frosting.
6οΈβ£ Decorate: Sprinkle chocolate shavings or sprinkles on top for that finishing touch π«.
β±οΈ Times
Prep Time: 25 min | Cook Time: 35 min | Additional Time: 45 min | Total Time: 1 hr 45 min
π½οΈ Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Calories: 460 | Protein: 6g | Carbohydrates: 53g