Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or yogurt)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons espresso powder
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined.
- In a separate dish, beat together the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just blended.
- Dissolve the espresso powder in the boiling water and carefully add it to the cake mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra flavor, brush the cooled cake with coffee simple syrup before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian