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Costco Chocolate Cake

Decadent Costco Chocolate Cake You Can Make at Home

Enjoy the nostalgic flavors of Costco Chocolate Cake with this easy-to-follow recipe, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Using Dutch-process cocoa can impact cake rise.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness for optimal results.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda Ensure freshness for optimal results.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use standard table salt or Kosher salt.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Mix 1 cup milk with 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Can use melted coconut oil or applesauce.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used as a vegan alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Hot Coffee or Water Coffee enhances chocolate flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Softened Butter Room temperature for fluffiness.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 2-4 tablespoons Heavy Cream Adjust for desired consistency.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Cake Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Combine with dry ingredients gently.
  4. Stir in hot coffee or water until the batter is smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. For the frosting, beat butter until creamy, then add cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream until smooth.
  8. Frost the cooled cake and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for optimal mixing. Check baking time around 35 minutes for doneness.

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