Sourdough Chocolate Cake Recipe
Sourdough chocolate cake is a delightful way to use up sourdough starter while creating a rich and moist cake. The sourdough adds a wonderful depth of flavor and keeps the cake tender. Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious sourdough chocolate cake:
Sourdough Chocolate Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240g) active sourdough starter (fed and bubbly)
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar and 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or regular milk mixed with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cup (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (90g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Cake Pan: Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the active sourdough starter, sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Step 4: Combine and Add Water
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add Boiling Water: Slowly add the boiling water to the batter, mixing carefully. The batter will be quite thin, but that’s normal.
Step 5: Bake
- Pour Batter: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool
- Cool: Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully remove the cakes from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 7: Frosting (Optional)
You can frost the cake with your choice of frosting. Here’s a simple chocolate buttercream recipe:
Simple Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup (80g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar, alternating with the milk and mixing well until smooth and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract. Adjust the consistency with more milk or powdered sugar if necessary.
Step 8: Assemble the Sourdough Chocolate Cake
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Step 9: Serve
- Slice and enjoy your deliciously moist sourdough chocolate cake!
Tips:
- Storage: Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze it for longer storage; just wrap it well.
- Variations: Feel free to add chocolate chips, nuts, or other ingredients to the batter for added texture.
Enjoy your baking! Check out more recipes at Recipes Archives – SASSY BEACH MAMA (lovewineandbeach.com)
