Introduction:
This best ever chocolate cake recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings. It is moist, rich, and decadent, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion. With simple ingredients and easy instructions, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is expected.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost the cooled cakes with your favorite frosting and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 350 || Carbohydrates: 55g || Protein: 5g || Fat: 13g || Saturated Fat: 2g || Cholesterol: 35mg || Sodium: 400mg || Fiber: 3g || Sugar: 35g