Description
Indulge in a slice of heaven with this ultra moist and fudgy chocolate cake. Rich in flavor and incredibly easy to make, it’s perfect for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to cozy weeknight treats. Each bite offers a delightful experience enhanced by high-quality cocoa and a hint of vanilla. Topped with glossy frosting, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently. Pour in the boiling water and mix until well combined.
- Divide the batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks. Frost with chocolate ganache or buttercream once completely cooled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg