Q: Can I make this Ultimate Easter Chocolate Cake in advance?

A: Yes! Bake the cake layers a day ahead and store them wrapped at room temperature. Frost before serving.

Q: Can I use milk instead of buttermilk when making Ultimate Easter Chocolate Cake?

A: Buttermilk gives the cake extra moisture and tenderness, but you can substitute it with milk mixed with 1 tbsp of vinegar or lemon juice.

Q: How do I store leftovers of this Ultimate Easter Chocolate Cake?

A: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Q: Can I freeze this cake?

A: Yes! Wrap each layer tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw before frosting.

Q: Can I use milk chocolate for the ganache?

A: Yes, but dark chocolate creates a richer, more balanced ganache.

Ultimate Easter Chocolate Cake

Name: Ultimate Easter Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar; ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp baking soda; ½ tsp salt; 1 cup buttermilk; ½ cup vegetable oil; 2 large eggs; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 cup boiling water; 1 cup heavy cream; 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; Mini chocolate eggs; Shaved chocolate; Powdered sugar

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Cuisine

American

Servings

12 slices

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Calories

420

Indulge in the ultimate Easter treat with this luxuriously rich and moist Easter Chocolate Cake!

Layers of deep, velvety chocolate sponge are paired with a luscious chocolate ganache frosting, making every bite a melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Topped with festive decorations like mini chocolate eggs, pastel sprinkles, and a delicate chocolate shavings, this cake is a show-stopping centerpiece for your Easter celebration.

Perfect for chocolate lovers, this Easter dessert balances sweetness with the rich depth of cocoa, making it irresistible for kids and adults alike.

Whether you’re celebrating with family or hosting an Easter gathering, this cake is sure to impress.

The moist and tender crumb of the cake pairs beautifully with the luxurious ganache, creating a balanced flavor profile that is neither too sweet nor too heavy.

Serve it with a side of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent experience.

Ingredients

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

For the Chocolate Ganache:

1 cup heavy cream
8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
2 tbsp unsalted butter

For Decoration (Optional):

Mini chocolate eggs
Shaved chocolate
Powdered sugar

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Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
Stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth (it will be thin).
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the ganache, heat heavy cream until steaming (do not boil). Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit for 5 minutes.
Stir until smooth, then mix in butter. Let cool slightly before pouring over the cake.
Assemble the cake by spreading ganache between layers and over the top.
Decorate with mini chocolate eggs, shaved chocolate, and a dusting of powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
per serving: Calories; 420

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Fat: 22 grams; 28%
Saturated Fat: 12 grams; 59%
Cholesterol: 55 milligrams; 18%
Sodium: 240 milligrams; 10%
Carbs: 55 grams; 18%
Protein: 6 grams
Sugar: 38 grams
Fiber: 4 grams; 14%

10 tips for matlaging påskesjokoladekake:

Bruk kakaopulver av høy kvalitet for en rikere smak.
Forsikre deg om at alle ingrediensene er i romtemperatur for jevn blanding.
Sikt tørre ingredienser for å fjerne klumper og lag en jevn røren.
Ikke overmiks røren for å unngå en tett tekstur.
Bruk pergamentpapir i kakepannene for enkel fjerning.
Kokende vann forbedrer kakaosmaken - ikke hopp over den!
La kakene avkjøles helt før frosting for å forhindre smelting.
For en skinnende ganache, tilsett en teskje kornsirup.
Pynt med pastellfargede sjokoladeegg for et festlig preg.
Oppbevar rester i en lufttett beholder for å holde kaken fuktig.

Serverer forslag:

Server med et øse vanilje eller karamellis.
Par med en varm kopp kaffe eller en krydret chai latte.
Pynt med friske bringebær eller jordbær for en fruktig kontrast.
Tilsett en støv av pulverisert sukker for en elegant finish.
Kos deg med en dukke med fersk pisket krem.

Vanlige spørsmål:

Spørsmål: Kan jeg lage denne ultimate påskesjokoladekaken på forhånd?
EN: Ja! Stek kakelagene om dagen fremover og lagre dem pakket inn ved romtemperatur. Frost før servering.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke melk i stedet for karnemelk når jeg lager ultimate påskesjokoladekake?
EN: Kuttermilk gir kaken ekstra fuktighet og ømhet, men du kan erstatte den med melk blandet med 1 ss eddik eller sitronsaft.

Spørsmål: Hvordan lagrer jeg rester av denne ultimate påskesjokoladekaken?
EN: Oppbevares i en lufttett beholder ved romtemperatur i opptil 3 dager eller kjøleskap i opptil 5 dager.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg fryse denne kaken?
EN: Ja! Pakk hvert lag tett i plastfolie og frys i opptil 2 måneder. Tine før frosting.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke melkesjokolade til ganache?
EN: Ja, men mørk sjokolade skaper en rikere, mer balansert ganache.

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