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Chocolate Cake

A rich and satisfying chocolate cake that's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk Substitute with almond, soy milk, or buttermilk if needed.
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water Important for keeping the cake moist.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mix. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  4. Stir in the boiling water until thoroughly mixed.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter evenly into two greased and floured cake pans.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Frosting
  1. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
  2. Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting once cooled.

Notes

Letting your cakes cool completely is key to getting that perfect frosting. For variations, consider adding layers of whipped cream or fruit jam between the cakes. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge wrapped tightly for up to a week or frozen for up to three months.