Description
Indulge in the rich, moist goodness of this Homemade Chocolate Cake. Perfect for any occasion, this classic dessert is sure to impress with its deep chocolate flavor and tender crumb. Easy to make and a crowd-pleaser every time!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional for extra moisture)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cake pans.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
- Add boiling water: Carefully stir in boiling water to create a thin batter. Fold in sour cream if using.
- Bake: Divide batter into pans and bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and frost: Let cakes cool before transferring to racks. Frost once completely cooled.
Notes
- For a richer taste, substitute boiling water with coffee.
- Pair with chocolate ganache, buttercream, or cream cheese frosting for added decadence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
