Triple Chocolate Cake: The Ultimate Indulgent Chocolate Buttercream Delight
A rich and decadent triple chocolate cake layered with luxurious chocolate buttercream, perfect for any chocolate lover.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between greased cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the chocolate buttercream and frost the cooled cakes.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Triple Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Buttercream, Indulgent Cake, Dessert Recipe