Description
This rich and moist chocolate cake recipe is perfect for any chocolate lover. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it features a tender crumb and deep chocolate flavor enhanced by cocoa powder and hot water. Ideal as a dessert or celebratory treat, it yields 8 generous servings and is baked to perfection in a single 9×9 inch pan.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9×9 inch baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture, mixing until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Incorporate boiling water: Carefully beat in the boiling water. Note that the batter will be quite thin, which is normal and helps create a moist texture.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared 9×9 inch pan and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few crumbs.
- Cool the cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack before slicing and serving to ensure a perfect texture.
Notes
- Using boiling water in the batter intensifies the chocolate flavor and helps achieve a moist crumb.
- For a richer taste, consider adding a chocolate frosting once the cake is completely cooled.
- You can substitute milk with a dairy alternative like almond or soy milk if preferred.
- This cake freezes well; wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Be careful not to overbake to maintain moistness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
