This One-Bowl Chocolate Cake is no fuss, superfast to mix up, and so luscious. Made simply with pantry staples and topped with rich chocolate ganache, it’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious. This cake never fails and is always a crowd favorite!
To make this recipe, start with the cake. Sift together the dry ingredients, then add in the wet ingredients. Use a handheld mixer to beat until the mixture is well combined and smooth. Stir in the boiling water. The batter may seem thin, but once baked, it rises nicely. Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake. Once the cakes have cooled, layer them with chocolate ganache and then pour the remaining ganache over the cake. Slice, serve and enjoy!
To make the One-Bowl Chocolate Cake, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 350 °F. Grease 2 (9-inch) round baking pans and lightly coat with flour.
In a large bowl, sift together 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups sugar, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt and stir to combine.
Stir in 2 eggs, 1 cup buttermilk, ½ cup vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Using a handheld mixer, beat on medium speed for 2 minutes or until the mixture is well combined.
Stir in 1 cup boiling water (the batter will be thin).
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared baking pans.
Bake the cakes for 20 to 35 minutes or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and leave to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Invert the cakes onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Microwave 1 cup heavy cream and 1 cup chocolate chips. Microwave on high, stirring every 30 seconds until melted and combined.
Place one of the cakes on a plate and spoon some of the chocolate ganache on top. Spread it out before placing the second cake on top. Spoon the remaining chocolate ganache on top and spread it over the top and sides of the cake.
Slice and serve!
When in need of a truly delicious, no fuss, and sweet treat, try this One-Bowl Chocolate Cake. Topped with simple chocolate ganache, it’s a real crowd-pleaser! Give this recipe a go, and share it using the hashtag #cookmerecipes or by tagging @cookmerecipes on Instagram! We love seeing what you’ve made!
This One-Bowl Chocolate Cake was a hit at our last gathering. Super easy to make with ingredients I already had. Everyone loved the rich flavor. I'm making it again soon.
Amazing! This cake brought back memories of my grandma's kitchen. So simple to make and incredibly yummy! A perfect treat for any occasion.
I made this cake for my husband's birthday, it was so easy and delicious. Everyone loved it, a real hit at the party.
Absolutely delicious cake!
Delicious! This cake brought back memories of my childhood baking with my mother. The simple ingredients and easy steps made it a joy to recreate those sweet moments.
I tried this One-Bowl Chocolate Cake for a family gathering and it was a hit. Super easy to make and I didn't need to dirty many dishes. The ganache made it feel like a special treat, and everyone was asking for seconds. Loved it!
Moist, rich chocolate cake!!! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
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