Deeply rich. Perfectly soft. Smooth as silk under a sweet fondant shell. This is chocolate cake at its most elegant and irresistible.
Whether you’re baking for a birthday, celebration, or just your own personal chocolate fantasy, this Moist Chocolate Cake with Fondant Icing delivers on every level. The cake itself is dark, soft, and ultra-moist—almost like a brownie-meets-cake hybrid—while the fondant adds that smooth, professional finish that makes it look straight out of a bakery.
Why You’ll Love This Cake:
- Ultra-moist and tender crumb thanks to buttermilk and oil
- Rich chocolate flavor that satisfies every craving
- Fondant finish gives it a polished, impressive look
- Perfect base for decorating or adding layers
Ingredients:
For the Moist Chocolate Cake:
- 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
- 1 cup (240ml) hot coffee or boiling water (for richness)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Fondant Icing:
- 1 pound (450g) ready-to-roll fondant (store-bought or homemade)
- Cornstarch or powdered sugar (for rolling)
- Buttercream or ganache (to help fondant stick)