Description
A rich and moist chocolate cake layered with fluffy marshmallow frosting, perfect for celebrations and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups marshmallow fluff
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water; the batter will become a thin liquid.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
- In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add marshmallow fluff, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Beat until fluffy and light.
- Once the cakes are fully cooled, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of marshmallow frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top, and apply frosting to the top and sides.
- For an added touch, sprinkle mini chocolate chips or crushed graham crackers on top before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free all-purpose flour. You can also substitute coconut oil for vegetable oil and granulated sugar with coconut sugar if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Chocolate Cake, Marshmallow Frosting, Dessert Recipe, Family Recipes, Celebration Cake