Noni's Sour Cream Chocolate Cake With Brown Sugar Icing Recipe

A treasured family recipe passed down through generations! This decadent chocolate cake, inspired by Noni—a tiny lady with a giant heart and even bigger baking skills—features a rich, moist crumb and a luscious brown sugar icing. Perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion, this recipe evokes the warm memories of lake-side baking and timeless friendships. Get ready to experience a chocolate cake like no other!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 377.6 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Noni's Sour Cream Chocolate Cake With Brown Sugar Icing

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How to Make Noni's Sour Cream Chocolate Cake With Brown Sugar Icing

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients: 1 cup buttermilk, ½ cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup sour cream.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  7. While the cake is cooling, prepare the brown sugar icing: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup packed brown sugar, ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, and 1 cup heavy cream.
  8. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  9. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 minute, stirring continuously.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  11. Beat with an electric mixer until the icing is smooth and creamy.
  12. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the brown sugar icing evenly over the top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

181g

Fat

40g

Carbs

19g