Quick Mix Chocolate Cake Recipe

This unbelievably moist and intensely chocolaty cake is ready in minutes – no electric mixer required! Made with simple ingredients and mixed entirely by hand, this recipe delivers incredible texture and flavor. Perfect for chocolate lovers, with an optional teaspoon of cinnamon for extra warmth and spice. Get ready to impress with this easy, delicious cake!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 5589.7 kcal
Protein 110g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
Quick Mix Chocolate Cake

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Mix Chocolate Cake

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How to Make Quick Mix Chocolate Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Position oven rack to the second-lowest position.
  3. Grease and flour a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup packed brown sugar, 2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, ¾ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional).
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together ½ cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, 1 cup buttermilk, ½ cup vegetable oil, ½ cup water, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Gently fold in 1 cup chocolate chips and ½ cup chopped nuts (optional).
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

125 g

Sugar

2262g

Fat

545g

Carbs

262g

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