Decadent Chocolate Buttermilk Cake with Silky Sour Cream Frosting

Enjoy the rich flavors of this luxurious chocolate buttermilk cake paired with a smooth sour cream frosting. Perfect for special occasions or anytime you crave a delicious treat.

Ingredients

1	cup unsalted butter
1 1⁄2	sugar
2	large eggs
1⁄2	cup good quality cocoa powder
1	teaspoon baking soda
1	teaspoon baking powder
1	teaspoon ground cinnamon
2	sifted all-purpose flour
1 1⁄2	buttermilk
1	tablespoon instant coffee, dissolved in hot water
1	cup sour cream
1	cup icing sugar or confectioners' sugar, sifted after measuring
1	cup heavy cream

Instructions

• For Cake and Frosting

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare a 10-inch springform pan by greasing it with butter and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, continuing to beat until the mixture is thick and light.
  5. Sift together the cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and all-purpose flour.
  6. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients in 4 portions, alternating with the buttermilk and coffee mixture. Beat until well blended.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean.
  8. After baking, run a knife around the edge of the cake and allow it to cool completely in the pan.
  9. Prepare the frosting just before assembly.
  10. In a bowl, mix together the sour cream and sifted icing sugar. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the sour cream mixture.
  11. Carefully release the cake from the pan and place it upside down on a serving platter.
  12. Using a serrated knife, divide the cake into layers. Spread frosting on one layer, then place the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
  13. Refrigerate the cake until ready to serve.

Aug 09, 2024