It’s a classic for a reason! This cake is filled with chocolate, from the tender-crumbed cake to the rich and creamy chocolate frosting. Whether for a birthday celebration or a sweet end to a dinner party, it certainly takes the cake!

Quick Info

⏱️ 90 min • 🍽️ 8 servings • ⭐ 90%

Nutrition

580 cal • 10g protein • 113g carbs • 14g fat

Tags

[Desserts] • [Under 1 Hour] • [High-Fiber]

Ingredients

• Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1½ cups sour cream
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1½ cups sour cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• Pinch of kosher salt
• 2¼ cups powdered sugar
• ⅔ cup cocoa powder

Instructions Preview

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Make the cake: Grease and line 2 8-inch (2…
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour,…

…and 9 more steps

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Recipe by: Betsy Carter, Alexis deBoschnek • From: Tasty