20 Minute Chocolate Cake
A rich and moist chocolate cake that comes together quickly, perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings in under 30 minutes. Its deep cocoa flavor and tender crumb make it ideal for casual gatherings or an indulgent treat anytime. Easy to customize with frosting or toppings for added flair.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Sift the sugar, flour, and salt into a large bowl.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix the margarine, shortening, cocoa, and water until it boils.
- In a measuring cup, add soda to the buttermilk.
- Pour the hot cocoa mixture over the sugar mixture and stir well.
- Add the buttermilk with soda and vanilla to the mixture.
- Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition.
- Pour the batter into an oblong pan and bake for 20 minutes at 400°F.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).