Assumption Day Sour Cream Chocolate Cake Recipe

 
This Assumption Day Sour Cream Chocolate Cake is a special treat that honors the solemnity of the Assumption of Mary. Just as the Assumption represents Mary's elevation, this cake elevates the classic chocolate cake to a divine level of flavor and richness. The tangy sour cream and deep chocolate notes come together to create a heavenly dessert, perfect for sharing with loved ones on this sacred day.

Ingredients:2 cups all-purpose flour (or self-rising flour*)
2 cups sugar
1 cup water
¾ cup dairy sour cream
½ cup shortening
4 ounces melted unsweetened chocolate (cooled)
1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder (omit if using self-rising flour)
1 teaspoon salt (omit if using self-rising flour)
1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions:

Preparation:Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour either a 13x9x2-inch rectangular pan or two 9x1½-inch round pans.


Mixing the Batter:In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except the frosting.
Beat on low speed, scraping the bowl constantly for 30 seconds.
Increase the speed to high and beat for 3 minutes, occasionally scraping the bowl.


Baking:Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes if using the rectangular pan, or 30 to 35 minutes if using the round pans.
The cake is done when the top springs back when lightly touched.
Remove the cakes from the oven and cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
Then, remove from the pans and cool completely on wire racks.


Frosting:Once the cake layers are completely cool, frost with your favorite frosting. The recipe suggests using Chocolate Butter Frosting.

Note:If using self-rising flour, decrease the baking soda to ¼ teaspoon and omit both the salt and baking powder.
Serving:This cake is perfect for a celebration, especially in honor of the Assumption of Mary, symbolizing sweetness and purity. Serve it as a centerpiece on this feast day, and share with those who gather to celebrate this blessed occasion.

This cake, with its rich chocolate and smooth frosting, embodies the joy and reverence of the Assumption, making it an ideal dessert to mark this holy day.