Best 6 Rich Chocolate Cake Ii Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors that is rich chocolate cake, an exquisite dessert that tantalizes taste buds and captivates hearts. This decadent confection, often served at special occasions, is a celebration of chocolate's versatility and the culinary artistry it inspires. With its moist, velvety crumb, rich chocolate ganache, and intricate decorations, this cake is a true masterpiece. Our collection of recipes offers a delightful variety of interpretations, from classic to contemporary, ensuring that every palate finds its perfect match. Whether you prefer a traditional layer cake, a flourless torte, or a gluten-free option, our recipes provide step-by-step instructions and insightful tips to guide you towards baking success. Get ready to embark on a chocolatey adventure that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RICH CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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My husband, Doug, loved his chocolate groom's cake that was topped with this smooth, rich chocolate frosting and accented with chocolate-covered strawberries. -Amy Via, North Richland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups butter, softened
9 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
2-1/2 cups baking cocoa, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 1-1/2 cups whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, cocoa and vanilla until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add enough milk until frosting reaches spreading consistency. Beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

RICH CHOCOLATE CAKE



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For Valentine's Day and other special occasions, I treat my sweeties to this fudgy cake. Even a small slice satisfies the biggest chocolate craving.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-2/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup sugar
8 eggs
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
GLAZE:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons corn syrup
Fresh raspberries and fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 10-in. springform pan and wrap bottom of pan with heavy-duty foil; set aside., In a large saucepan, combine chips, butter, cream and sugar; cook over low heat until chocolate is melted, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir until smooth. Pour into a large bowl; cool., In another large bowl, beat eggs on high 3 minutes or until light and fluffy. Beat into chocolate mixture, a third at a time, until well blended. Stir in vanilla., Pour into prepared pan; place on a baking sheet. Bake 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (top will crack). Cool on a wire rack (cake will settle). Cover and chill 1 hour. Run a knife around edge of pan before removing sides., For glaze, in a large saucepan, combine chips, cream, butter and corn syrup; cook over low heat until chocolate is melted; stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir until smooth., Spread enough of the glaze over top and sides of cake to cover. Chill 10 minutes. Repeat with remaining glaze. Chill overnight. Serve with raspberries and mint if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 150mg cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

DARK CHOCOLATE CAKE II



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The absolute best, richest, and easiest one-bowl chocolate cake recipe ever! It's great topped with chocolate cream cheese frosting!

Provided by Kelly Smith

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Dark Chocolate

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup cold brewed coffee
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the eggs, coffee, milk, oil and vinegar. Mix until smooth; the batter will be thin. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 358.6 mg, Sugar 34.5 g

RICH CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Adapted from Baker's Dozen Cookbook (I made some minor changes). This recipe makes a wonderful and moist cake with a velvety and smooth texture. All in one bowl too! I fill the layers with Mean Chef's Mousseline Buttercream (flavored with coconut), then glaze with Chocolate Butter Glaze (recipe #88240). To die for!! (I made only half the recipe for a birthday cake, and it's plenty for 8 people)

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 2 9inch layers, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, finely chopped (good quality)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar (firmly packed)
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
3 eggs, lightly beaten,at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Position a rack in lower third of oven and preheat to 350F.
  • Line the bottoms of two 9x2-inch round pans with parchment paper.
  • Melt chocolate in microwave (LOW or MED), stirring occasionally until smooth.
  • You may use a double boiler too (make sure water is HOT, not simmering).
  • Cool chocolate until tepid.
  • Sift flour, cornstarch, baking soda and salt into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add brown sugar.
  • Using a paddle blade on electric mixer, combine the ingredients on low speed.
  • Add butter and sour cream.
  • Mix on med-low speed for 1 min to make a thick batter.
  • Add eggs, melted chocolate and vanilla.
  • Increase speed to high and beat for 2 mins.
  • Stop and scrape down the bowl.
  • Resume mixing at med-high, for about 5 sec.
  • Reduce speed to low and slowly pour in the water just until thoroughly blended.
  • Spoon batter into prepared pans and spread it evenly.
  • Bake until tops spring back when pressed lightly in the centers and a toothpick inserted into the centers comes out clean, 30-35 mins.
  • Transfer to cooling racks and cool for 10 mins.
  • Invert onto racks and remove pans.
  • Peel off the parchment and cool the cakes right side up.
  • NOTE: The cake can be baked 1 day in advance.
  • Wrap the cooled cake layers tightly with plastic wrap to store.
  • Or to freeze, over-wrapped with foil, for up to 2 weeks.

CHOCOLATE CAKE II



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This has been in my family forever. The secret is to NOT overbake it - that will ruin a chocolate cake every time.

Provided by Nanci

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup hot, strong coffee

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and baking soda. Add the oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla, mix until smooth. Stir in the hot coffee last. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 16.5 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 130.9 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

RICH CHOCOLATE CAKE



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The recipe that I use. Either plain or make Dutch Trufles with a chocolate frosting or a very rich Black Forest for that matter. Posting on request. YOu can use a filling of your choice. I sometimes just top it with whipped cream and some fresh or dried fruits and nuts. For a 'greater' chocolate cake that has replaced this one as the recipe I use (discovered on Zaar) I recommend that you use The Best Chocolate Cake (Really!) by Roosie #49613

Provided by Girl from India

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vinegar
1 cup milk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons bicarbonate of soda
1 1/4 cups caster sugar or 1 1/4 cups brown sugar (I use either or half of each)
185 g butter or 185 g margarine (melted and cooled)
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
2 eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Add the vinegar to the milk and set aside after stirring till the milk curdles (should not take more than 5-10 mins) Sift the flour, salt, cocoa, caster sugar (if using) and soda together into a mixing bowl.
  • If using the brown sugar, I add it to the butter while melting it and then cream till mixed.
  • Pour in the melted butter and half the soured milk into the dry mix.
  • Beat well for 2 mins.
  • Add the essence and the rest of the soured milk.
  • Add the eggs and mix for another 2 mins.
  • Pour mixture into a baking pan and bake in a preheated oven at 180C for 30-35 mins till a skewer comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool in the pan for 5 mins and then remove to cool on a rack.
  • When cool either cut the cake through and fill with cream and fruits (strawberry is lovely) (or you can use sandwich cake tins while baking) or just top with cream and fruit.
  • I moisten this cake too usually with a little sugar dissolved in a mixture of 2 tblsp of rum and 3-4 tblsp of water.
  • Drizzle this over the cake(both the parts if you have divided them). If you want it moister then drizzle some more ;).
  • Then fill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.1, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 106.6, Sodium 421.9, Carbohydrate 53.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 31.6, Protein 6.2

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps during the baking process.
  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: When a recipe calls for room temperature ingredients, it's important to follow that instruction. This ensures that the ingredients will combine smoothly and evenly, resulting in a better texture and flavor in your cake.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough and dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined and no dry streaks remain.
  • Pay Attention to Baking Time: Every oven is different, so it's important to keep an eye on the cake as it bakes. Use a toothpick or cake tester to check for doneness. The toothpick should come out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
  • Let the Cake Cool Completely: Before frosting or decorating the cake, let it cool completely. This will help prevent the frosting from melting and seeping into the cake.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you'll be able to create a moist, decadent, and delicious chocolate cake that will impress your family and friends. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, a holiday, or just a special treat. So preheat your oven and get ready to bake a rich and chocolatey masterpiece!

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