If you love chocolate, this Chaos Cake might just become your new go-to dessert. It features a rich, moist chocolate cake with layers of creamy frosting and chocolate chips. On top, a generous swirl of ganache and colorful sprinkles create a playful, “chaotic” appearance. Its imperfect but indulgent look pairs perfectly with the intense chocolate flavor, making it ideal for celebrations or whenever you want a special treat.
Ingredients for Chaos Cake
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water or hot coffee (coffee helps bring out the chocolate flavor)
For the frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 to 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the ganache topping:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
Extras:
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts for decoration (optional)
Chaos Cake Recipe – A Decadent, Layered Chocolate Delight
- Total Time: 60-65 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
Description
This rich and moist chocolate chaos cake features layers of fudgy cake, creamy chocolate frosting, and a decadent ganache drizzle. Perfect for chocolate lovers who want an indulgent, eye-catching dessert.
Ingredients
For the cake:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 cups granulated sugar
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¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1½ teaspoons baking soda
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
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½ cup vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 cup hot water or hot coffee
For the frosting:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3–4 cups powdered sugar
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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¼ cup heavy cream or milk
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the ganache:
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½ cup heavy cream
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4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
Extras:
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1 cup chocolate chips or chunks
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Sprinkles or crushed nuts (optional)
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Cakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
