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A delicious slice of chocolate fudge cake with a lit "17" candle, fresh strawberries, and chocolate ganache, perfect for a 17th birthday celebration.

17th Birthday Cake: How To Make The Perfect Chocolate One

A rich and moist chocolate cake perfect for celebrating a 17th birthday. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients and impressive presentation.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. Mix flour, powdered sugar, cocoa powders, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Beat in eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until combined.
  3. Divide batter between pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  5. Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting. Decorate as desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chocolate shavings or sprinkles on top.