Best 4 One Bowl Chocolate Birthday Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate chocolate extravaganza with our delightful One-Bowl Chocolate Birthday Cake recipe! This culinary masterpiece combines the rich, decadent flavors of chocolate with the celebratory spirit of birthdays, creating a truly unforgettable treat. Crafted with a moist and fluffy chocolate cake base, luscious chocolate frosting, and an array of colorful sprinkles, this cake is guaranteed to be the star of any celebration. Its simplicity, using only one bowl for easy preparation, makes it accessible to bakers of all skill levels. Additionally, we've included variations to suit different dietary preferences, such as a gluten-free option for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this One-Bowl Chocolate Birthday Cake recipe will guide you effortlessly towards creating a delicious and visually stunning centerpiece for your special occasion.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ONE-BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Birthday? Anniversary? Going-away party? This super-easy, one-bowl layer cake is the perfect dessert for any gathering of chocolate buffs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Softened unsalted butter, for pans
1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus more for pans
1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt (we use Diamond Crystal)
2 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk, room temperature
3/4 cup hot tap water
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
Chocolate Frosting for One-Bowl Chocolate Cake

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter two 8-by-2-inch round cake pans; dust with flour, tapping out excess. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk in eggs, buttermilk, water, vanilla, and oil.
  • Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake until tops spring back when lightly pressed, about 30 minutes. Transfer pans to a wire rack; let cool 15 minutes. Invert cakes onto rack, remove parchment, then turn top-side up (to prevent sticky tops from sticking to rack); let cool completely.
  • Spread 1 1/2 cups frosting over top of one cooled cake layer. Top with remaining layer. Spread a thin coat (about 1 cup) of frosting over top and sides of cake to create a "crumb coat." Refrigerate about 20 minutes, then frost top and sides of cake with remaining frosting. (For a more refined look, trim domed top of cake flat before layering and frosting.)

ONE BOWL CHOCOLATE BIRTHDAY CAKE



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This recipe calls for mixing all the ingredients together into a bowl, then dividing the batter into cake pans, then baking them. How easy is that?

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Yield Makes three 8-inch round layers, two 9-inch round layers, one 9-by-13 inch sheet or 3 to 4 dozen cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

Unsalted butter, for pans
1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder, plus more for pans
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups sugar
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Chocolate Frosting for One-Bowl Chocolate Cake

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter round or square cake pans, and line bottoms with parchment; butter parchment, and dust with cocoa.
  • Into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, sift cocoa, flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. With the mixer on low, stir in eggs, 1 1/2 cups warm water, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth, about 3 minutes.
  • Divide batter among prepared pans. Bake, rotating once, until tester inserted in center comes out clean, 35 to 45 minutes for 8-inch layers, depending on amount of batter.
  • Let cakes cool in pans on a wire rack for 20 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely, right side up on rack.

ONE-BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE



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This cake mixes up quickly and bakes while we enjoy our dinner. My son, David, loves to help decorate it. -Coleen Martin, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

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
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 cup canola oil
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup hot water
Frosting of your choice
Colored sprinkles, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients. Stir in eggs, oil and buttermilk. Add water; stir until combined., Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Frost cake. If desired, decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 281mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

EASY ONE-BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE



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I got this recipe from a friends many years ago, and it quickly became my children's favorite. Now, my grandchildren enjoy it. It works especially nice for making cupcakes for school lunches. Besides cooking, I enjoy sewing and writing poetry.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/2 cup boiling water
Frosting or confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in order listed in a large bowl; beat well. Pour into a greased and floured 8-in. square baking pan. , Bake at 375° for 35 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool on a wire rack. Frost as desired or dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use the right ingredients: Make sure you have all the necessary ingredients and that they are fresh and of good quality.
  • Follow the recipe carefully: Don't skip any steps or substitute ingredients unless you know what you're doing.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dry cake.
  • Bake the cake at the right temperature: The temperature of your oven can affect the texture and flavor of the cake.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Decorate the cake however you like: You can use sprinkles, candy, or even fresh fruit to decorate your cake.

Conclusion:

The One-Bowl Chocolate Birthday Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The frosting is creamy and sweet, and the sprinkles add a festive touch. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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