Description
This Hoho Cake recipe delivers pure chocolate bliss with moist and rich chocolate layers complemented by a smooth whipped cream frosting. Crafted with simple pantry ingredients and baked to perfection, it’s an irresistible dessert perfect for any special occasion or chocolate craving.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups sugar
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Whipped Cream Frosting
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cake layers.
- Prepare Pans: Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, mixing thoroughly to evenly distribute all dry ingredients.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until well combined, ensuring a smooth batter.
- Incorporate Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water to the batter. This will thin the batter and help achieve a moist cake texture while ensuring it is smooth.
- Pour Batter into Pans: Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the cakes are cooked through.
- Cool Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely, ensuring the frosting does not melt.
- Prepare Whipped Cream Frosting: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, creating a light and fluffy frosting.
- Assemble Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of whipped cream on top.
- Add Second Layer and Frost: Place the second cake layer on top, then cover the top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 30 minutes to allow the frosting to set and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the boiling water is added carefully to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely.
- For an extra moist cake, do not overbake; start checking for doneness at 30 minutes.
- Use chilled heavy cream for easier whipping and better volume.
- The cake can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Optional: Garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh berries for added decoration.
