Introduction:
This best homemade chocolate cake recipe is a decadent and moist dessert that will satisfy all of your chocolate cravings. With a rich cocoa flavor and a velvety smooth texture, this cake is perfect for any occasion. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add in the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the boiling water, the batter will be thin but that’s normal.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost with your favorite frosting and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 320 || Total Fat: 12g || Saturated Fat: 2.5g || Cholesterol: 35mg || Sodium: 270mg || Total Carbohydrates: 52g || Dietary Fiber: 3g || Sugars: 32g || Protein: 5g || Calcium: 80mg || Iron: 2.5mg