Description
This Rich & Moist Chocolate Cake recipe is perfect for celebrations, parties, and large gatherings. With deep chocolate flavor, a soft crumb, and incredible moisture, it yields four large cakes to serve 48–64 people. The ultimate crowd-pleaser for birthdays, weddings, or holidays.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
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10 cups (1.25 kg) all-purpose flour
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3 cups (360 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
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6 cups (1.2 kg) granulated sugar
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4 tablespoons baking soda
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2 tablespoons baking powder
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2 teaspoons salt
Wet Ingredients:
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8 large eggs
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4 cups (960 ml) buttermilk (or 4 cups milk + 4 tbsp lemon juice)
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2 cups (480 ml) vegetable oil
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4 teaspoons vanilla extract
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4 cups (960 ml) hot strong coffee or boiling water
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour four 9–10 inch round pans or 9×13 inch sheet pans, or line with parchment paper.
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In a very large bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
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In another large bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
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Carefully stir in the hot coffee (or boiling water) until smooth; the batter will be thin.
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Evenly divide the batter into prepared pans.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool in pans for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
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For extra richness, substitute part of the oil with melted butter.
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Layers can be baked ahead and frozen, wrapped tightly.
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Pair with your favorite frosting: chocolate ganache, buttercream, or cream cheese.
