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A close-up of a rich chocolate layer cake with chocolate frosting, topped with cocoa powder and chopped pistachios. A slice has been cut, and a fork rests on the plate beside the cake.

Rich Black Cocoa Cake: Easy Chocolate Dessert Recipe


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  • Author: Aaron recipes
  • Total Time: 1 Hour 5 Minutes
  • Yield: 1 (10-inch) Bundt Cake

Description

This Rich Black Cocoa Cake is an easy chocolate dessert recipe that uses black cocoa powder for a striking dark color and a smooth, Oreo-like flavor. A moist and tender Bundt cake.


Ingredients

For the Black Cocoa Cake:3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups granulated sugar3/4 cup black cocoa powder, sifted1.5 tsp baking soda1 tsp salt1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened3 large eggs, room temperature1.5 cups buttermilk, room temperature2 tsp vanilla extractFor the Vanilla Glaze:1 cup powdered sugar2-3 tbsp milk or cream1/2 tsp vanilla extract


Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Thoroughly grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan.2. Mix Dry: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sifted black cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).4. Add Eggs: Add the room-temperature eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the bowl and mix in the vanilla extract.5. Alternate Wet and Dry: On low speed, add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk in two additions (Dry, Wet, Dry, Wet, Dry). Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.6. Fill Pan: Pour the thick batter into the prepared Bundt pan and spread evenly.7. Bake: Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.8. Cool: Let the cake cool in the Bundt pan on a wire rack for 15-20 minutes.9. Invert: Place the wire rack over the pan and carefully flip to release the cake. Let the cake cool completely on the rack.10. Glaze: Once cool, whisk the glaze ingredients (powdered sugar, milk, vanilla) until smooth. Drizzle over the top of the Bundt cake.

Notes

Greasing the Pan: Be extremely thorough when greasing your Bundt pan. Every nook and cranny must be greased and floured to prevent sticking.Black Cocoa: This cocoa is essential for the color and flavor. It is alkaline, which is why the recipe requires an acid (buttermilk) to react with the baking soda.Alternating Ingredients: This technique is key to a tender crumb. It prevents the gluten from being overworked.

  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 Minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th)
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 59g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg