Decadent Layered Chocolate Cake Recipe:

A Decadent Layered Chocolate Cake sounds like pure indulgence! Rich, moist chocolate cake layers stacked high with silky, creamy frosting—what more could a chocolate lover want? The layers of cake would soak up all that luscious frosting, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Here’s a suggestion for making this decadent cake a true masterpiece:

Decadent Layered Chocolate Cake Recipe:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (good quality for the richest flavor)
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water (this makes the cake super moist)

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup heavy cream (adjust for desired consistency)
• Pinch of salt

For Decoration:

• Chocolate shavings or curls
• Chocolate ganache drizzle (optional)
• Fresh berries or edible flowers (optional)

Directions:

video instructions available below
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