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matilda cake

Matilda Cake: The Chocolate Dream Recipe for Baking

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Indulge in the iconic Matilda cake with rich chocolate dream recipe at Do Damn Delish that will transport you to Matilda’s world of delicious triumphs!

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (I prefer Ghirardelli for its robust flavor)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Instructions

  • Prepare the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution.
  • Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
  • Incorporate Boiling Water: Gradually stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin—this is normal and ensures a moist cake.
  • Pour and Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool Down: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
  • To create a cake similar to the iconic Matilda cake scene, use rich chocolate frosting and decorate with berries or chocolate shavings.
  • Author: SoDamnDelish
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Sweets
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 35
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg