Delish 7 Layer Italian Love Cake
A delightful Italian cake layered with rich flavors and frosting.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for best results
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa for richer flavor
- 2 cups granulated sugar Adjust sugar to taste
- 1 cup unsalted butter Softened at room temperature
- 4 large eggs Room temperature works best
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract For added flavor
- 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar
- 1.5 cups whipped cream For layering and topping
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix the sifted flour, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- Evenly divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes with whipped cream in between and cover the top with more cream.
Notes
Serve chilled. Add chocolate shavings on top for an elegant touch.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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