Description
This ultimate moist chocolate cake is a decadent dessert with rich chocolate flavor and a tender crumb, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, stir together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.
- Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting if desired.
Notes
For an extra moist cake, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 5g