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Chocolate Cake

Irresistible 2-Layer Chocolate Cake Recipe for Any Occasion

  • Author: Judy Wilson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and moist chocolate cake perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1.5 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in boiling water. The batter will be thin.
  5. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for best results.
  • Do not overmix the batter.
  • Store in an airtight container for freshness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: chocolate cake, dessert, homemade cake