Ultimate Triple Chocolate Layer Cake

Ultimate Triple Chocolate Layer Cake 🍫

Rich, moist, and layered with silky chocolate buttercream, this cake is an absolute dream for any chocolate lover!

Prep time: 30 mins | Bake time: 30 mins | Servings: 10-12

INGREDIENTS

Chocolate Cake Layers:

 * 2 cups all-purpose flour

 * 2 cups granulated sugar

 * 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

 * 2 tsp baking powder

 * 1 1/2 tsp baking soda

 * 1 tsp salt

 * 2 large eggs, room temperature

 * 1 cup whole milk

 * 1/2 cup vegetable oil

 * 2 tsp vanilla extract

 * 1 cup freshly brewed hot coffee (or boiling water)

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting:

 * 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened

 * 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

 * 4 1/2 cups powdered sugar

 * 1/2 cup heavy cream

 * 2 tsp vanilla extract

 * Pinch of salt

Garnish:

 * 1/2 cup chopped chocolate curls or cocoa nibs

INSTRUCTIONS

 * Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.

 * Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

 * Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.

 * Add Coffee: Reduce speed and gradually stir in the hot coffee. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a super moist cake!

 * Bake: Divide evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 28–32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely.

 * Make Frosting: Beat the softened butter until creamy. Add cocoa powder, powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and salt. Beat on high speed for 2–3 minutes until fluffy and smooth.

 * Assemble: Layer the cakes with buttercream in between. Frost the outside smoothly, press chopped chocolate around the bottom edge, and pipe decorative swirls on top with a star tip!

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