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Cake Recipe Chocolate

This rich, moist, and utterly indulgent chocolate cake is perfect for birthdays and celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • 2 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour the cake pans.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until well combined.
  5. Carefully stir in the boiling water until fully blended.
  6. Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack.

Notes

This chocolate cake is ideal for any celebration or to enjoy at home. Experiment with frostings and fillings!