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Chocolate Cake

Indulge in a rich and moist chocolate cake that's perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a delightful dessert experience.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate cake, dessert, baking, rich cake
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, 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 boiling water (the batter will be thin).
  • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting.
  • Decorate with chocolate shavings, berries, or mint leaves as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 1g