The Ultimate Homemade Chocolate Cake Recipe

🍫 Bake & Bloom: The Ultimate Homemade Chocolate Cake Recipe

By Floral Adda Team | May 31, 2025

Few things in life rival the joy of a rich, moist chocolate cake—except perhaps pairing it with a bouquet of fresh flowers. At Floral Adda, we believe in celebrating every moment with sweetness and blooms. This homemade chocolate cake recipe is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply to brighten someone's day.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• 1½ tsp baking soda
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

• ½ cup softened butter
• ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• ⅓ cup whole milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Baking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
3. Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla to dry ingredients and beat for 2–3 minutes.
4. Stir in boiling water carefully (batter will be thin).
5. Pour into pans and bake for 35–40 minutes.
6. Cool for 10 minutes in pans, then transfer to racks.

🍰 Frosting Instructions

1. Beat butter and cocoa until smooth.
2. Add sugar and milk alternately, beating to desired consistency.
3. Mix in vanilla and salt.
4. Frost the cooled cake layers.

🌸 Floral Adda Touch

• Garnish with edible flowers for a beautiful finish.
• Pair with a bouquet of roses, lilies, or orchids.
• Include in a custom gift hamper with a personalized message.