Triple Chocolate Layer Cake
This Triple Chocolate Layer Cake is a chocolate lover’s dream! With its moist, velvety crumb and indulgent chocolate buttercream frosting, this cake delivers a rich, threefold chocolate experience. Filled with natural cocoa powder, rich buttercream frosting, and topped with chocolate chips, this decadent dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holiday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 10-12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened natural cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk (or substitute sour cream)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee (or hot water)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare Pans
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder (if using).
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4: Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
6. Gradually add the hot coffee, mixing until the batter is smooth and thin.
Step 5: Bake
7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool & Frost
9. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cakes are cool, frost with chocolate buttercream and sprinkle with chocolate chips.
Notes
- Make it a Sheet Cake: Use a 9×13-inch pan and adjust the baking time to 35-40 minutes.
- Cupcakes: Divide the batter into muffin tins and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Add-ins: Add chocolate chips, nuts, or a swirl of caramel for extra texture and flavor.
- Less Sweet: Opt for a darker chocolate buttercream or use less frosting to reduce the sweetness.
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