Chocolate overload smores –Indulge in a delightful treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth—this Chocolate Overload Cake! Rich, sumptuous, and utterly irresistible, this cake is perfect for special occasions or just a well-deserved indulgence. With layers of chocolatey goodness, it truly is a chocolate lover’s dream.
Chocolate Overload Cake
This stunning cake not only looks fantastic, but it also combines various chocolate elements to create an explosion of flavor. Let’s dive into the ingredients and get started with this heavenly dessert!
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 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 whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For Garnishing (Optional):
- Chocolate shavings
- Chocolate chips
- Fresh berries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well until fully combined.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth. Carefully add the boiling water to the batter and mix until combined (the batter will be thin).
- Evenly distribute the batter between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder, mixing until combined.
- Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
- Decorate your Chocolate Overload Cake with chocolate shavings, chocolate chips, or fresh berries as desired. Slice, serve, and enjoy the rich chocolatey bliss!
This Chocolate Overload Cake will surely impress and satisfy any chocolate craving. So whip up this delicious dessert and treat yourself today!