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matilda cake

matilda cake irresistible chocolate masterpiece for celebrations

Craving a velvety, movie‑inspired treat? This matilda cake delivers rich chocolate bliss with silky fudge frosting—perfect for birthdays. Discover the magic today.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 647
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup cocoa powder
  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup butter
  • 8 oz dark chocolate
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • pinch salt

Equipment

  • oven Preheat to 350°F (180°C)
  • 8‑inch round pans Line with parchment

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two 8‑inch round pans.
  2. Whisk flour, cocoa, sugar, leavening, and salt.
  3. Add oil, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk; mix until smooth.
  4. Divide batter, bake 30‑35 minutes.
  5. Cool layers completely.
  6. For frosting, melt butter and chocolate, stir in heavy cream, powdered sugar, and salt until glossy.
  7. Chill frosting until spreadable.
  8. Frost cake, slice, and serve.