Description

This Death By Chocolate Cake is a chocolate lover’s dream! With its rich flavor from cocoa and creamy frosting, it’s a delightful treat for any special occasion or a simple dessert craving. Easy to prepare and impossible to resist!

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour; sifted
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 cup cocoa powder; sifted
2 ½ tsp. baking powder
1 ½ tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. kosher salt
1 cup lukewarm water
1 cup sour cream; room temperature
½ cup canola oil
2 large eggs; room temperature
2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 tsp. instant coffee crystals
2 tbsp. white vinegar; or distilled vinegar
½ cup warm water
⅓ cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp. dark baking cocoa powder
2 cups unsalted butter; room temperature
1 cup dark baking cocoa powder
1 tsp. vanilla extract
5 cups powdered sugar
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp. warm brewed coffee
1 ½ cup chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a large bowl, mix the wet ingredients including sugar until dissolved. Set aside.
In another bowl, combine dry ingredients and then gradually add to the wet mixture, whisking thoroughly.
Divide the batter evenly into baking pans and bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the Chocolate Syrup, mix all ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and set aside.
Prepare icing by beating butter until fluffy, then gradually mix in cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
Add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and coffee to the mixture and refrigerate until use.
Once cakes are cooled, cut each in half to create four layers. Frost in between layers with icing.
Refrigerate after each layer and then decorate with additional frosting, chocolate chips, and let it chill before serving.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
If you prefer a sweeter frosting, adjust the sugar in the frosting mixture to taste.
You can use different types of chocolate chips for decoration.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 550
Sugar: 45g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 65g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 90mg