Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them or lining them with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk yogurt, vegetable oil, and pure vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with any water, mixing gently until just combined.
- Pour the prepared batter evenly into the two greased cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until light and fluffy, then gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder.
- Take one cooled cake layer and spread a generous layer of frosting on top, then add the second layer over it and frost the top and sides.
- For easier slicing, consider chilling your assembled cake in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Nutrition
Notes
Let the cake layers cool completely before frosting to avoid melting icing. For a beautiful appearance, gently press chocolate chips into the frosting on the sides of your cake.