Irresistible Choco Nilla Cake for Sweet Celebrations

This Choco Nilla Cake combines rich chocolate and sweet vanilla flavors, making it a must-bake for any celebration.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1 5

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 45

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Vanilla Cake

3 large Eggs Provide structure and moisture
1 cup Sugar Adds sweetness
1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted butter
1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor
1 tablespoon Baking Powder Critical leavening agent
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor
2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with cake flour
1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with buttermilk

For the Chocolate Cake

3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Provides deep chocolate flavor
3 large Eggs Assists with structure
1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Ensures moisture
1 cup Sugar Sweetens the batter
1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
2 cups All-Purpose Flour Same substitution options apply
1 teaspoon Baking Powder Critical leavening agent
1 teaspoon Baking Soda Critical leavening agent
1 cup Water Adds moisture for batter

For the Filling

1 cup Butter Unsalted is best
3 cups Confectioners’ Sugar Sweetens and thickens the filling
2 tablespoons Milk Adjusts consistency
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor

For the Icing

1 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet recommended
1/2 cup Heavy Cream Facilitates smooth texture

Equipment

2 round cake pans (9" x 2")
mixing bowls
Whisk
Electric Mixer
Spatula
Parchment Paper
Saucepan

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the cake pans.
Prepare the vanilla cake batter by mixing eggs and sugar, then add other ingredients.
Pour the vanilla batter into one cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Make the chocolate cake batter by whisking dry ingredients, then mix in wet.
Pour chocolate batter into the second pan and bake for 35 minutes.
Prepare the filling by mixing butter, confectioners’ sugar, milk, and vanilla.
Assemble the layers by alternating vanilla and chocolate with filling.
Make the icing by melting chocolate chips with heavy cream and drizzle over the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure that all ingredients are at room temperature for the best result. Cake may be refrigerated or frozen for storage.

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