🍫 Best Double Chocolate Cake with Black Velvet Icing A Dark & Decadent Delight! 😋
This rich, ultra-moist double chocolate cake is made even more indulgent with black velvet icing—a silky, deep chocolate frosting that gives this cake a bold, dramatic look! Perfect for celebrations or when you just need the ultimate chocolate fix! 🤩
📋 Ingredients
🍰 For the Double Chocolate Cake
● 2 cups all-purpose flour
● 1¾ cups granulated sugar
● ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
● 1½ tsp baking powder
● 1½ tsp baking soda
● ½ tsp salt
● 2 large eggs
● 1 cup whole milk
● ½ cup vegetable oil
● 2 tsp vanilla extract
● 1 cup boiling water
● 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
🖤 For the Black Velvet Icing
● 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
● 2 cups powdered sugar
● ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
● 3 tbsp heavy cream
● 1 tsp vanilla extract
● Black food coloring (optional for an intense black hue)
📝 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Cake Batter – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2️⃣ Mix the Wet Ingredients – In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually mix into the dry ingredients.
3️⃣ Incorporate Boiling Water & Chocolate Chips – Slowly stir in the boiling water until combined (batter will be thin—this is normal!). Fold in chocolate chips for extra richness.
4️⃣ Bake to Perfection – Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
5️⃣ Make the Black Velvet Icing – Beat butter until creamy. Add cocoa powder and powdered sugar, alternating with heavy cream, until smooth and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract and add black food coloring if desired for a bold, dark finish.
6️⃣ Assemble & Frost – Once cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of icing over one cake, then stack the second cake on top. Frost the entire cake with the black velvet icing, smoothing it out for a sleek look.
7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy! – Slice and indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience! 🍫🔥
⏳ Prep Time: 20 min | ⏳ Total Time: 1 hr 15 min
🍰 Servings: 12
💡 Pro Tip: Garnish with edible gold flakes, chocolate curls, or a drizzle of ganache for an extra luxurious touch! 😍🖤
