Ultimate Triple Chocolate Cake Recipe: Decadent, Moist, and Easy to Make
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with this Triple Chocolate Cake recipe. This decadent dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to anniversaries, or simply as a treat for yourself. With layers of rich, moist chocolate cake and a velvety chocolate buttercream frosting, this cake is sure to impress. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a bakery-quality masterpiece right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1¾ cups (219g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (62g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons espresso powder (optional)
- ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil (or canola/melted coconut oil)
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature
- 1 cup (240ml) hot coffee (regular or decaf)
For the Chocolate Buttercream:
- 1¼ cups (290g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3½ cups (420g) confectioners’ sugar
- ¾ cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3–5 Tbsp (45–75ml) heavy cream (or half-and-half/milk)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Optional: Semi-sweet chocolate chips for decoration
Preparation
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease two 9-inch cake pans, line with parchment, and grease again.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, cocoa, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder (if using) in a large bowl.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Beat oil, eggs, and vanilla until combined. Add buttermilk and mix well.
- Combine & Bake: Pour wet ingredients into dry, add hot coffee, and mix until smooth. Divide batter into pans. Bake 23–26 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Make Buttercream: Beat butter until creamy. Add sugar, cocoa, 3 Tbsp cream, salt, and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Adjust consistency if needed.
- Assemble: Level cakes if domed. Frost first layer, add second layer, and frost entire cake. Decorate with chocolate chips if desired.
- Chill & Serve: Refrigerate 30–60 minutes before slicing. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
This Triple Chocolate Cake is a showstopper that’s surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for chocolate enthusiasts, it’s sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Enjoy!
