Chocolate Cake Recipe

 

 

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
• 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
• ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) boiling water

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 ½ cups (450g) powdered sugar
• ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup (60ml) milk (add more if needed for consistency)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch (23 cm) round baking pans.

2. Prepare the Batter:

   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
   • Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat with a mixer on medium speed until smooth.
   • Slowly stir in the boiling water until fully combined (the batter will be thin).

3. Bake the Cake:

   • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
   • Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
   • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Make the Frosting:

   • Beat the butter in a large bowl until creamy.
   • Gradually sift in powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing on low speed.
   • Add vanilla and milk, beating until smooth and fluffy.

5. Assemble the Cake:

   • Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of frosting on top.
   • Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.

6. Decorate:

   • Add sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or fruit for decoration.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Slice and serve your moist and decadent chocolate cake!