Best 7 Moms Chocolate Cake 8x8 Pan Recipes

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Indulge in a timeless classic with Mom's Chocolate Cake, an 8x8-inch pan of pure chocolatey goodness. This delectable cake is moist, rich, and fudgy, with a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you're celebrating a birthday, a special event, or simply craving a sweet treat. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is a breeze to make and is guaranteed to be a hit with chocolate lovers of all ages.

This article features three variations of Mom's Chocolate Cake: the classic, gluten-free, and vegan versions. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to deliver the same irresistible chocolatey flavor and texture, while catering to different dietary preferences. The classic recipe uses all-purpose flour, while the gluten-free version substitutes it with a blend of almond flour and coconut flour. For those following a vegan lifestyle, the vegan recipe offers a delightful plant-based alternative, using flax eggs and almond milk instead of traditional eggs and dairy.

No matter which variation you choose, you'll be rewarded with a moist, fluffy cake that's bursting with chocolate flavor. The addition of buttermilk or yogurt adds a touch of tanginess that perfectly complements the richness of the chocolate. And with its generous layer of chocolate frosting, this cake is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

So preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey to create a chocolate masterpiece that will become a cherished family tradition.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FAVORITE CHOCOLATE CAKE



Favorite Chocolate Cake image

This cake is extra chocolaty. The recipe makes a perfect number of servings, so leftovers are never a problem.-Janice Arnold, Gansevoort, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 cup hot water
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg
1/4 cup butter, melted
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Add egg and butter; mix well. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 243mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MY MOM'S CHOCOLATE CAKE



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A simple, old-fashioned chocolate cake. Great with a chocolate glaze.

Provided by SEBRING SOCKS

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup shortening
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour
½ cup hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8 inch square pan.
  • In a large saucepan, melt together the shortening and cocoa. Remove from heat and stir in sugar and egg. Mix buttermilk with baking soda, salt and vanilla, then blend into chocolate mixture. Beat in flour. Stir in hot water. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.7 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 21.8 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 307.3 mg, Sugar 23.7 g

MOM'S BUTTERMILK CHOCOLATE CAKE



Mom's Buttermilk Chocolate Cake image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the pan
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
11/2 teaspoons baking soda
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
3/4 cup buttermilk
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 pound confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the cake: Lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch cake pan with butter. Combine the flour, sugar and baking soda in the bowl of a stand mixer or mixing bowl. Combine the butter, cocoa and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil while mixing. Add the cocoa mixture to the flour mixture, along with the buttermilk eggs and vanilla, and beat for 3 minutes. Pour into the prepared cake pan and bake until firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes in the pan before turning out on a rack to cool completely.
  • For the frosting: Make the frosting as soon as the cake is out of the oven. Combine the butter, buttermilk and cocoa in a small saucepan and bring to a boil while mixing. Combine with the confectioners' sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer and beat until smooth. Spread the frosting evenly on the cake.

MOM'S CHOCOLATE CAKE (8X8 PAN)



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My Mom used to make this for us when I was little, usually with powdered sugar on top instead of frosting. It can easily be doubled into a layer cake or 9 x 13. I prefer chocolate cakes from scratch using cocoa..they just seem to taste better! Enjoy!

Provided by Lisa Foote

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 c flour, sifted
1/2 c shortening or butter
2 eggs
1 c sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 c cocoa, unsweetened
1/2 c sour cream or greek yogurt
1/2 c boiling water
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
powdered sugar to sprinkle on cake

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Boil water for 1/2 cup in recipe. Lightly grease 8x8 pan
  • 2. Cream sugar, eggs, shortening (or butter) and vanilla.
  • 3. In separate bowl sift together all dry ingredients. Alternate mixing wet and dry ingredients. Add boing water last, mix until smooth.
  • 4. Pour into greased pan, bake for 25-30 minutes, check at 25 minutes with toothpick to see if the cake is done. Cool completely and sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve.

MOM'S CHOCOLATE MAYONNAISE CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE DELUXE FROSTING



Mom's Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake with Chocolate Deluxe Frosting image

This was the cake my mom made for every birthday in our family when I was growing up. I make it when I'm homesick or just need a ton of chocolate. The mayonnaise makes the cake very moist; you can't taste the mayo at all.

Provided by Jodid

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups flour
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup black coffee (liquid form)
1 cup Miracle Whip light
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/3 cup soft margarine
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Mix cake ingredients together and bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes in a 9x13 greased and floured pan.
  • Mix together Frosting ingredients until creamy.
  • Smooth over cooled cake.
  • Keep covered and kept in fridge so frosting won't melt.

BUSY-DAY DUMP CAKE



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This chocolate cake recipe from Lucinda Scala Quinn's "Mad Hungry" cookbook involves minimal cleanup -- the ingredients are blended in the very pan that goes into the oven.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In an 8-inch square baking pan, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Make a well in center of flour mixture and add oil, vanilla, vinegar, and water. Whisk until well combined. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool completely in pan on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g

ONE BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE (MADE FROM SCRATCH!)



One Bowl Chocolate Cake (made from scratch!) image

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk*
2 eggs
1 cup hot water
Frosting
Sprinkles (completely optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients. Mix in the oil, buttermilk, and eggs. Once the eggs are fully incorporated, pour in the hot water and mix well (your batter will seem runny, but I promise that it will work out!).
  • Grease a 9x13" baking pan and pour batter into pan. Bake for 33-38 minutes (or until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean- mine was done at 33 minutes). When the cake is completely cool, top with frosting and decorate with sprinkles (if so desired).

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1053 kcal, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 4817 mg, Carbohydrate 206 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 41 mg

Tips:

  • Use the right pan: An 8x8 inch pan is the perfect size for this cake. If you use a larger pan, the cake will be too thin and dry. If you use a smaller pan, the cake will be too thick and dense.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help the cake rise evenly.
  • Don't open the oven door during baking: This will cause the cake to fall.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help the frosting set properly.
  • Enjoy! This chocolate cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

Conclusion:

This chocolate cake is a classic recipe that is sure to please everyone. It is moist, chocolatey, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. The frosting is rich and creamy, and it complements the cake perfectly. This cake is perfect for any occasion, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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