Brooklyn Blackout Cake
Brooklyn Blackout Cake is a chocolate lover’s ultimate indulgence, featuring layers of moist chocolate cake filled with rich chocolate pudding and topped with creamy frosting. This decadent dessert is perfect for birthdays or any special occasion, offering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Its deep color and velvety texture make it a showstopper that will leave everyone wanting more. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or treating yourself on a Tuesday, this classic cake satisfies all sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ¼ cup milk or cream (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans with butter and line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with sugar until fluffy. Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter and cocoa until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk until desired consistency is reached.
- Frost the cooled cakes generously between layers and on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg