Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
- Cocoa powder: 3/4 cup (75g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Buttermilk: 1 cup (240ml)
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
- Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 11g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Sugar: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and fudgy texture
- Rich and decadent chocolate flavor
- Easy to make with basic ingredients
User Comments:
- "This cake is amazing! It's so moist and chocolatey, and it's so easy to make."
- "I love that this cake is eggless, so it's perfect for those with egg allergies."
- "This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had. It's so rich and delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the batter, otherwise the cake will be tough.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- You can use any type of frosting you like, such as chocolate ganache, buttercream, or whipped cream.
