Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent Brooklyn Blackout Cake, a chocolate lover’s dream featuring layers of dark cocoa cake and a luscious chocolate frosting.
Ingredients
3½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1½ cups dark cocoa powder
1 tablespoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
5 large eggs room temperature
2 cups milk room temperature
1 cup plain Greek yogurt room temperature
1 cup water
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
¾ cup unsalted butter melted
2 cups unsalted butter room temperature
4 cups powdered sugar
1 cup dark cocoa powder
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup heavy cream room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, dark cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Greek yogurt, water, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For the frosting, beat the room temperature unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and dark cocoa powder, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, kosher salt, and heavy cream until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a cake stand or plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top, then add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing and texture. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 3g
Keywords: Brooklyn Blackout Cake, chocolate cake, American dessert, baking recipe