Chocolate Cake
This rich and moist chocolate cake is perfect for any celebration, easy to make, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Use quality cocoa powder for better flavor.
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs Use room temperature.
- 1 cup whole milk Allow to come to room temperature.
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water Don’t skip this step.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix everything well.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water; your batter will be thin—this is normal! Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then remove them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
If desired, top with your favorite frosting, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Store leftover cake wrapped tightly in plastic wrap to prevent drying out.