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Chocolate and Vanilla Cake

Learn to bake a delicious chocolate and vanilla cake with step-by-step instructions, frosting tips, and expert baking advice.
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This Chocolate and Vanilla Cake is the perfect combination of two classic flavors in one moist and fluffy dessert! With rich chocolate layers and smooth vanilla cake, this recipe is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you crave a homemade, bakery-style treat. 🎂🍫🍦

Ingredients

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For the Vanilla Cake Layer:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole milk

For the Chocolate Cake Layer:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole milk

For the Chocolate or Vanilla Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract (for vanilla frosting) or ¼ cup cocoa powder (for chocolate frosting)

Instructions

  • Preheat & Prepare Cake Pans:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

  • Make the Vanilla Cake Batter:

    • In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
    • In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
    • Add eggs and vanilla extract, then gradually mix in milk and dry ingredients.

  • Make the Chocolate Cake Batter:

    • In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
    • Cream butter and sugar, then add eggs and vanilla extract.
    • Gradually mix in milk and dry ingredients until smooth.

  • Bake the Cake Layers:

    • Pour each batter into its own cake pan and bake for 28-30 minutes.
    • Let cakes cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

  • Make the Frosting:

    • Beat butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
    • Add milk and vanilla extract for vanilla frosting or cocoa powder for chocolate frosting.

  • Assemble & Decorate:

    • Place the chocolate layer on a plate, add a layer of frosting, then place the vanilla layer on top.
    • Frost the entire cake and decorate as desired.

  • Chill & Serve:

    • Refrigerate for 30 minutes before slicing for clean layers.

Notes

  • For a marble effect, swirl both batters together in the pan.
  • To make it dairy-free, use almond milk and vegan butter.
  • For extra moisture, add 2 tbsp of sour cream to each batter.

Find it online: https://kenzierecipes.com/chocolate-and-vanilla-cake-recipe/