Step 1: Prepare the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line two 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pans with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Flour
- Cocoa powder
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
Mix until evenly combined.
Step 3: Add the Wet Ingredients
Add:
- Vegetable oil
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
Mix until smooth.
Step 4: Add the Buttermilk
Pour in the buttermilk (or yogurt) and stir until fully incorporated.
Step 5: Add the Hot Coffee
Slowly pour in the hot coffee (or hot water) while mixing.
The batter will be quite thin—this is normal and helps create an extra-moist cake.
Step 6: Fill the Cake Pans
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Gently tap the pans on the counter to release any large air bubbles.
Step 7: Bake
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
