05/15/2025
Chocolate Buttermilk Cake
Rich & Moist Chocolate Buttermilk Cake with Fudge Frosting
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
1 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup hot water
For the Fudge Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup buttermilk
3 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and beat until well combined.
Slowly add hot water to the batter, mixing on low speed until smooth. The batter will be thin.
Pour into prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
For the frosting, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in cocoa powder and buttermilk. Bring to a gentle boil, then remove from heat.
Beat in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Spread over the cooled cake.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes
Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 12 servings