This delightful chocolate cake with a luscious cream filling is a perfect treat for any occasion. The cake boasts a moist and rich chocolate flavor, complemented by a smooth and creamy filling. Ideal for celebrations or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. The combination of the tender chocolate sponge and the velvety filling creates a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making each bite a delectable experience.
INGREDIENTS
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
For the Cream Filling:
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup milk
INSTRUCTIONS
Making the Cake:
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
Add Boiling Water: Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing until smooth. The batter will be thin.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Making the Cream Filling:
Whisk Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cornstarch, and milk.
Cook Filling: Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
Cool Filling: Let the filling cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until it thickens further.
Assembling the Cake:
Slice the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, slice it horizontally to create two layers.
Spread Filling: Spread the cream filling evenly over the bottom layer of the cake.
Top Layer: Place the top layer of the cake over the filling.
Dust with Powdered Sugar (Optional): Before serving, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
Serve:
Slice the cake into squares and serve. Enjoy!
This chocolate cake with cream filling is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Enjoy the moist cake and creamy filling with every delicious bite!