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Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe

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  • Author: KimEasy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This easy chocolate cake recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. It’s moist, fluffy, and rich with chocolate flavor. Whether it’s a casual dessert or a special occasion treat, this cake is sure to impress!

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) boiling water

For the Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups (300g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans or line them with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
  4. Incorporate Water: Gradually stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.
  5. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
  8. Assemble the Cake: Spread frosting on the top of one cake layer, then place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
  9. Serve: Slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can substitute whole milk with buttermilk for a richer flavor.
  • Add a teaspoon of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Find it online: https://newsvks.com/easy-chocolate-cake-recipe/