Description
Indulge in the rich chocolate goodness of this Hot Cocoa Layer Cake, a delightful dessert that brings warmth and nostalgia to every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually stir in milk until smooth.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry mixture gently until just mixed.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for about 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Once cakes are cooled, stack layers with frosting between each layer and frost the top and sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or peppermint extract. - Top with mini marshmallows or festive sprinkles for an extra touch.