4 Layer Choc Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cake Layers
Chocolate Frosting
Decoration (optional)
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour four 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- 5
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter equally among the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 6
Make the Frosting
In a medium bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add in the cocoa powder and powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, beating until smooth and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Assembling the Cake
- 7
Layer the Cakes
Once the cake layers are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting over the top. Repeat with the remaining layers, frosting in between each one.
- 8
Frost the Cake
Use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- 9
Decorate (optional)
If desired, garnish the top with chocolate shavings and fresh berries for an elegant touch.