Matilda’s Chocolate Cake

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This rich and moist chocolate cake, inspired by the famous scene from Matilda, is perfect for chocolate lovers. With a deep chocolate flavor and a smooth, creamy frosting, this cake is a showstopper for any occasion.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

For the Frosting:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup milk (more as needed)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make Matilda’s Chocolate Cake

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
    • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
    • In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Combine Ingredients:
    • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  5. Add Boiling Water:
    • Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and well blended. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.

Step 2: Bake the Cake

  1. Divide and Bake:
    • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  2. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
  3. Cool:
    • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

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Step 3: Prepare the Frosting

  1. Beat Butter:
    • In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Add Cocoa and Sugar:
    • Gradually add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
  3. Add Milk and Vanilla:
    • Add the milk and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

  1. Frost the Cake:
    • Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer.
  2. Stack and Frost:
    • Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining frosting over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 5: Serve

  1. Slice and Serve:
    • Slice and serve the cake at room temperature. Enjoy the rich and indulgent chocolate flavor!

Tips for Success

  • Even Baking: Rotate the cake pans halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.
  • Smooth Frosting: Make sure the cakes are completely cool before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
  • Buttermilk Substitute: If you don’t have buttermilk, make your own by mixing 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar with 1 cup of milk.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just because!

Enjoy this delicious and decadent Matilda’s Chocolate Cake, and savor every chocolatey bite!

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