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A delectable chocolate cake adorned with rich frosting and sprinkles.

Proven way to grow a 5-star Chocolate Cake recipe

This recipe guides you through creating a consistently perfect chocolate cake, ensuring a rich flavor and moist texture every time. Follow these steps for a truly delightful dessert that's sure to impress.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • oven
  • two 9-inch round baking pans
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • medium bowl
  • electric mixer
  • wooden skewer
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round baking pans by greasing and flouring them; you can also line the bottoms with parchment paper for easier removal.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, then whisk them together until thoroughly mixed.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed with an electric mixer until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and a bit thin.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared baking pans.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10-15 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra rich chocolate flavor, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder. Make sure all your wet ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Do not overmix the batter, as this can lead to a dry cake. You can also add chocolate chips to the batter for an even more indulgent cake. This cake pairs wonderfully with a classic chocolate buttercream frosting or a rich ganache. Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.