Description
Dive into the rich, moist layers of this Sour Cream Chocolate Cake, where indulgent chocolate meets a delightful tang from sour cream. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is not just a treat; it’s a centerpiece that brings smiles and sweet memories to your gatherings. Whether frosted with chocolate ganache or enjoyed plain, every slice is a celebration of flavor and joy.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder (Dutch-processed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth, then gradually mix in the sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one by one and beat in vanilla extract until creamy.
- Fold in sour cream until well combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—be careful not to overmix.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg