Chocolate Cake Recipe Without Buttermilk 2024

Indulge in a rich chocolate cake using simple ingredients like cocoa, sugar, and vanilla. No buttermilk needed! Perfect for any chocolate lover’s craving.

Decadent Delight: Easy Chocolate Cake Without Buttermilk

Craving a luscious chocolate cake but don’t have buttermilk on hand? This Decadent Delight chocolate cake recipe is tailor-made for those moments when you want a rich, moist cake without the fuss of special ingredients. This easy recipe is accessible enough for beginners yet delicious enough to impress experienced bakers. So grab your apron and let’s get baking!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 and 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 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Instructions

Preparing the Cake:

1. Preheat and Prep: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans or line them with parchment paper circles to ensure easy removal after baking.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This will ensure that all the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Incorporate Wet into Dry: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously until everything is well blended.
5. Add Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this consistency is perfect for producing a moist cake.
6. Divide and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pans. Place in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then carefully remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Preparing the Frosting:

1. Cream the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth.
2. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to the butter, mixing on low speed until incorporated.
3. Add Milk and Flavoring: Pour in the milk and vanilla extract, then add a pinch of salt. Beat on high until the frosting is smooth, creamy, and fluffy, adjusting the consistency as needed with more milk or sugar.

Assembling the Cake:

1. Layering: Once the cakes are fully cooled, place one layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of frosting over the top.
2. Stack and Frost: Place the second cake layer on top and apply a thin coat of frosting over the top and sides of the cake as a crumb coat. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
3. Final Frosting: Apply the remaining frosting over the top and sides, smoothing it out with a spatula for a clean finish.

Conclusion

And there you have it—your very own Decadent Delight Chocolate Cake without buttermilk! This cake is a perfect choice for birthdays, celebrations, or just because you deserve a treat. The combination of a soft, moist crumb and luscious, chocolatey frosting is sure to make this recipe a favorite in your baking repertoire. Enjoy your chocolate masterpiece with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Happy baking!