Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake, a decadent dessert that combines layers of moist chocolate cake with luscious dulce de leche frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is guaranteed to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With its irresistible blend of chocolate and caramel, this delightful treat stands out as a showstopper on any dessert table. Easy to make, even for novice bakers, the step-by-step instructions ensure success every time. Elevate your dessert experience by pairing it with fresh berries or a scoop of ice cream for an unforgettable finish.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup dulce de leche
- 2 oz dark chocolate (finely chopped)
- 2 oz heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, buttermilk, hot water, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add wet mixture to dry ingredients; beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before transferring to a rack.
- For frosting, heat heavy cream in a saucepan; stir in dark chocolate until melted. Mix in dulce de leche until well combined.
- Frost cooled cakes as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg