Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Chocolate Buttermilk Cake adorned with a luscious Sour Cream Frosting. This classic combination of rich chocolate and tangy sour cream frosting is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Our meticulously crafted recipe ensures a moist and fluffy cake with a perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness, while the velvety smooth frosting adds a delightful tang and creaminess.
Embark on a delectable adventure as we guide you through the steps of creating this irresistible treat. From gathering the necessary ingredients to mastering the art of baking the perfect cake, our comprehensive recipe provides all the essential information you need to achieve baking success.
Uncover the secrets behind achieving a moist and fluffy cake crumb, and discover the techniques for creating a frosting that is both light and airy, yet rich and flavorful. Along the way, we'll also share valuable tips and tricks to elevate your baking skills and ensure that your Chocolate Buttermilk Cake with Sour Cream Frosting turns out perfectly every time.
So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a delightful baking journey that will leave you with a stunning cake that is not only visually appealing but also an absolute delight to the palate.
CHOCOLATE BUTTERMILK CAKE WITH A SOUR CREAM FROSTING
A lovely dark, moist cake. The frosting is creamy and refreshing and is nice on other cakes too. It's a recipe from Judith Olney.
Provided by PetsRus
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Butter a 10-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter and the sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, continue beating until thick and light.
- Sieve together the cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and flour.
- With your mixer on low speed add the dry ingredients in 4 portions, alternating with the buttermilk and coffee, beat until all is very well blended.
- Pour the batter in the springform pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean.
- Run a knife around the edge of the cake and let the cake cool completely whilst in the pan.
- Make the frosting just before you need it.
- Mix together the sour cream and the icing sugar, whip the cream until stiff, then mix the two creams together.
- Release the cake and turn it upside down on a platter.
- With a serrated knife cut the cake into layers (I use a piece of sewing thread to cut the cake).
- Spread frosting over one layer, carefully replace the other layer on the top and spread the rest of the frosting over the top and the sides.
- Leave in the fridge until ready to serve.
BUTTERMILK CHOCOLATE CAKE
"My 12 children, 26 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren always request this cake for their birthdays," says Imogene Koepnick of Delavan, Wisconsin. "People call it 'Imogene's Cake'!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring butter, water and cocoa to a boil. In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add cocoa mixture; mix well. Combine buttermilk and vanilla; add to batter and mix well. Beat in eggs. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 23-27 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir butter and cocoa until smooth. Remove from the heat. In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, vanilla and salt. Add cocoa mixture and enough milk until frosting reaches desired consistency. Frost cake.
Nutrition Facts :
SOUR CREAM CHOCOLATE CAKE
Impressive to look at but easy to make, this cake is a good old-fashioned "Sunday supper" dessert that melts in your mouth. -Marsha Lawson, Pflugerville, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Dissolve cocoa in boiling water; cool. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Add cocoa mixture and mix well. , Pour into 3 greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. Cool for 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Beat in sour cream and vanilla. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until light and fluffy. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. If desired, decorate with sprinkles. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 692 calories, Fat 30g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 102g carbohydrate (75g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
BUTTERMILK-CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
Perfect buttermilk-chocolate buttercream frosting to frost devil's food cake. Rich, buttery, and chocolaty with just a hint of almond, yummy. It took me a while to get this frosting right.
Provided by melis
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings Chocolate
Time 10m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cream butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Mix in 2 cups powdered sugar, cocoa powder, almond extract, vanilla extract, and salt. Add buttermilk in small amounts until well combined. Add remaining 2 cups powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 20.9 mg, Sugar 24.8 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality buttermilk for the best flavor.
- Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before you start baking.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it.
- For a creamier frosting, chill the sour cream before whipping it.
- If you don't have sour cream, you can use plain yogurt instead.
- Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings, such as chocolate chips, sprinkles, or fresh fruit.
Conclusion:
This chocolate buttermilk cake with sour cream frosting is a delicious and moist cake that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is easy to make and can be decorated with your favorite toppings. The sour cream frosting is a tangy and creamy complement to the chocolate cake. This cake is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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