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Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe

Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe

This easy chocolate cake recipe is perfect for a quick dessert or a delightful treat. It is rich, moist, and simple to make, making it the ideal choice for any chocolate lover!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour sifted for a finer texture
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar white sugar
  • 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder preferably Dutch-processed
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk can substitute with buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract pure extract for best flavor
  • 1 cup boiling water must be hot

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then remove from the pans to cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes

This chocolate cake is perfect on its own, or you can frost it with a rich chocolate ganache or buttercream icing for added indulgence. Enjoy!