This chocolate Bundt cake is super moist and full of deep cocoa flavor. Great for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you want a chocolate treat that looks as good as it tastes!
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
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1 cup boiling water
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¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1½ tsp baking powder
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups granulated sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
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2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Chocolate Glaze:
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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½ cup heavy cream
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1 tbsp butter
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 10- or 12-cup Bundt pan well.
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Whisk cocoa powder into boiling water until smooth; let cool slightly.
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Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
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Stir in sour cream and vanilla, then mix in cocoa mixture.
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Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
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Pour batter into pan, tap to release air bubbles.
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Bake 45–55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool in pan 10–15 minutes, then invert onto wire rack to cool fully.
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For glaze, heat cream and butter until steaming. Pour over chocolate chips; let sit 1 minute. Stir smooth, cool slightly, then drizzle over cake.
Tips:
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Grease pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
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Cake tastes better the next day!
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Store covered at room temp for up to 3 days or refrigerate longer.
✅ Moist, rich, and visually stunning — perfect for chocolate lovers!
