This is Hershey’s black magic cake with a moist texture and fantastic rich chocolate flavor. You’ve probably already tried it, but believe me, this black magic cake from scratch is much better.
This is one of the best black cakes I’ve made. Usually, layered cakes look difficult to prepare, but this is a simple cake with cocoa powder.
It is quick and easy to prepare a gorgeous black magic cake for your family. All you need to do is mix the ingredients, bake the layers, prepare the frosting, and assemble the cake. Your family will love this soft, moist, and airy black cake.
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What makes this chocolate cake moist?
This black magic cake is super moist because it contains such ingredients as vegetable oil, buttermilk, and one cup of coffee.
Substitutions and Additions:
- You can use 1 cup of sour milk instead of 1 cup of buttermilk.
- You can also use a 12 cups bundt pan or 9×13-inch baking pan. Please note that the baking time may change.
- You can top the cake with any frosting you have.
Storage
In The Fridge:
You can store this black cake in the fridge for up to 7 days. To store, wrap leftovers with plastic wrap or place them in an airtight container.
In The Freezer:
To freeze the leftover black magic cake, double wrap leftovers with plastic wrap or place them in a freezer-safe container. Store in the freezer for 2-3 months.
Tips to make the Best Black Magic Cake
If you don’t have buttermilk, you can quickly prepare it yourself. To make 1 cup of buttermilk add 1 tbsp white vinegar to the measuring cup. Then, add enough milk to measure 1 cup. Mix and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
We have used two different types of frosting in this recipe, but you can double one of them and use only one. You can also use any of your favorite frostings for this cake.
Black Magic Cake
with its rich chocolate flavor and moist texture, Black Magic cake will impress your friends and family
Ingredients
For the cake:
- - 2 cups granulated sugar;
- - 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour;
- - ¾ cup baking cocoa, unsweetened;
- - 1 ½ tsp baking powder;
- - 1 ½ tsp baking soda;
- - 1 tsp salt;
- - 2 large eggs, room temperature;
- - 1 cup buttermilk;
- - 1 cup strong coffee;
- - ½ cup vegetable oil;
- - 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract.
For the chocolate cream cheese frosting:
- - 4 oz cream cheese, softened;
- - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened;
- - 1 tsp vanilla extract;
- - 8 oz powdered sugar;
- - ¼ cup baking cocoa, unsweetened;
- - a pinch of salt.
For the chocolate frosting:
- - 3 tbsp unsalted butter;
- - 3 tbsp baking cocoa, unsweetened;
- - 1 tbsp warm water;
- - 1 tbsp coffee-flavored liqueur;
- - 1 cup powdered sugar.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease with non-stick cooking spray and line with parchment paper two 9-inch round baking pans. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the dry ingredients (sugar, flour, baking cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Create a well in the center. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients (eggs, buttermilk, coffee, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract). Pour into the dry ingredients. Beat using an electric mixer on medium speed for 1-2 minutes or until combined and no lumps remain.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until ready. Check the readiness of the black magic cake using a toothpick inserted in the center, if it comes out clean - the cake is ready.
- When ready, remove from the oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes in the pan. Then, remove it from the pan and place it on a cooling rack. Let them cool completely.
- While the cake layers are cooling, prepare the chocolate cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract. Then, beat in powdered sugar, baking cocoa, and salt at a low speed until completely combined. Spread over the bottom layer of the cake. Top with another layer of the cake. Press gently.
- Prepare the chocolate frosting. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Then, stir in the unsweetened cocoa, water, and liqueur. Remove from the heat and beat in powdered sugar. Add more warm water if the frosting is too thick. Top the cake with this frosting. Let's set, slice, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 459Total Fat: 21.4gCarbohydrates: 90gProtein: 6g
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Friday 5th of April 2024
I don't think the title of your article matches the content lol. Just kidding, mainly because I had some doubts after reading the article.
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Saturday 16th of March 2024
Can you be more specific about the content of your article? After reading it, I still have some doubts. Hope you can help me.
MeMe
Tuesday 21st of February 2023
What is your go-to coffee flavored liqueur for this?
Jessica
Wednesday 22nd of February 2023
I like Kahlúa. It’s a Mexican coffee liquor