Rich Chocolate Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Indulge in this rich chocolate cake featuring a moist, tender crumb and deep cocoa flavor, perfect for celebrations or satisfying your sweet tooth. Its luscious texture and decadent taste make it a favorite among chocolate lovers and suitable for gatherings, birthdays, or special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cocoa
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 2 teaspoons soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Sift flour, cocoa, and salt together three times.
  2. Cream sugar and butter; add eggs and beat well.
  3. Add buttermilk with soda, then beat in flour and vanilla.
  4. Last, add boiling water and mix well.
  5. Pour batter into a 9 x 13-inch pan and bake at 325°F for 30 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

740 kcal 37% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.1g 24% DV
Total Fat 35.3g 45% DV
Carbs 79.5g 29% DV
Fiber 11.3g 40% DV
Sugar 4.9g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9913.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 1007.5mg 21% DV
Cholesterol 146.8mg 49% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 39.5mcg 4% DV
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 157.3mg 12% DV
Iron 6.4mg 36% DV

* % 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).

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