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Grandma’s Chocolate Layer Cake

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This classic chocolate layer cake features a dense, tender crumb made with unsweetened chocolate and butter. It is finished with a homemade dark chocolate icing that is luxurious without being overly sweet. Perfect for birthdays and family gatherings, this nostalgic dessert brings warmth and comfort to the table.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 16
Calories: 467
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This classic chocolate layer cake features a dense, tender crumb made with unsweetened chocolate and butter. It is finished with a homemade dark chocolate icing that is luxurious without being overly sweet. Perfect for birthdays and family gatherings, this nostalgic dessert brings warmth and comfort to the table.
Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups sifted unbleached flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup butter or regular margarine
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
  • 2 1/4 cups cold water
  • 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate (for icing)
  • 1/2 cup butter (for icing)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
  • 3 tablespoons milk (for icing)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. 3
    Melt the 2 ounces of unsweetened chocolate with the cold water over low heat or in the microwave. Let it cool slightly.
  4. 4
    In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  5. 5
    Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. 6
    Add the dry ingredients alternately with the melted chocolate mixture to the creamed butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  7. 7
    Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  8. 8
    Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. 9
    Remove cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  10. 10
    For the icing, melt 3 ounces of unsweetened chocolate with butter over low heat until smooth. Remove from heat.
  11. 11
    Stir in powdered sugar and milk until the icing is smooth and spreadable. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  12. 12
    Once the cake layers are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of chocolate icing on top.
  13. 13
    Place the second cake layer on top, upside down if preferred for a flatter surface.
  14. 14
    Spread the remaining chocolate icing over the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 467kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.8g26%
Saturated Fat 6.5g33%
Cholesterol 58mg20%
Sodium 98mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 70g24%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 36g
Protein 7g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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