Chocolate Cake

There’s nothing like the rich, decadent flavor of a homemade chocolate cake to satisfy your sweet tooth or impress your guests. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, an anniversary, or simply indulging yourself, this classic chocolate cake recipe is bound to be a hit. With its moist texture and delightful taste, it’s the dessert everyone will love. Let’s dive into this simple yet scrumptious recipe that guarantees a chocolate experience like no other!

Why This Chocolate Cake Recipe Stands Out

Homemade chocolate cake can be a labor of love, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. This recipe simplifies the process, allowing you to create a moist, flavorful cake without feeling overwhelmed. The combination of quality ingredients and straightforward steps ensures even novice bakers can achieve delicious results.

🧂 Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

👩‍🍳 Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cake bakes evenly.

2. Prepare the Bakeware: Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Alternatively, you can line them with parchment paper for easier removal.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

4. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined and smooth.

5. Incorporate Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but that’s perfect for a moist cake.

6. Pour Batter into Pans: Divide the batter equally between the prepared pans.

7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

💡 Tips & Variations:

• Frosting Options: For a truly indulgent treat, top your chocolate cake with your favorite frosting. Cream cheese, buttercream, or ganache would all complement the cake beautifully.

• Add-ins: Want to enhance your cake? Consider stirring in chocolate chips, nuts, or even a splash of espresso to deepen the flavor.

• Storage: Keep any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

• Gluten-Free Option: You can substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend for a gluten-free version of this cake.

FAQ

1. Can I make this chocolate cake ahead of time?
Yes! You can bake the cake and store it in an airtight container. It lasts for 3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the fridge.

2. How can I make this cake even more chocolatey?
You can add chocolate chips to the batter or use a rich chocolate ganache as a frosting.

3. What’s the secret to a moist chocolate cake?
The key is to not overmix the batter and to include boiling water as it increases moisture and helps to create a light texture.

4. Can I freeze this cake?
Absolutely! Wrap the cooled cake layers tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Conclusion

Now that you have this fantastic chocolate cake recipe, you can whip it up any time you’re craving something sweet. Its simplicity and deliciousness will win over any crowd—your family, friends, or maybe just you indulging after a long day.

Don’t forget to share this recipe and your cake creations with others! Baking is all about sharing joy, and what better way to spread happiness than with a piece of chocolate cake?

👉 Try it now, and let us know how yours turns out!

Chocolate Cake

A rich and moist homemade chocolate cake perfect for any celebration or indulgence.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Sifted
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water Added at the end for moisture

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
3. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Baking

1. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined and smooth.
2. Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter should be thin.
3. Pour the batter equally into the prepared pans.
4. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Remove from the oven and cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Top with your favorite frosting, such as cream cheese, buttercream, or ganache. Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or a week in the fridge. For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.