Belgian Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety experience of homemade Belgian chocolate cake. This decadent dessert features a moist, chocolate-infused base topped with glossy ganache, making it the perfect centerpiece for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy night in, each slice promises to deliver pure bliss. Easy to make and visually stunning, this cake will impress even the most discerning chocolate lovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Belgian
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup high-quality Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round 9-inch baking pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together sugar and eggs until fluffy; then add buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed; fold in chocolate chips.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let cool before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For intense chocolate flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of espresso powder to the batter. If you want to make it extra special, top with sea salt or your favorite frosting.