Indulge in the heavenly delight of a rich, moist, and chocolatey cake that’s sure to make any occasion a celebration.
Ready to dive into chocolate bliss? You’ve landed in the perfect spot for the ultimate chocolate cake recipe! Get ready to embark on a cocoa adventure with all the delicious details, tip-to-toe instructions, and a sprinkle of fun. Let’s bake your day a little better, one chocolatey bite at a time.
About the Chocolate Cake
It’s a rich, moist, and decadent chocolate cake that even non-chocoholics will adore. Perfect for any occasion or just a cheeky treat for yourself. This recipe yields a cake that whispers sweet chocolatey nothings into your ear.
- Cooking method: Baking
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 35 minutes
- Cuisine type: Dessert
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the flour mixture and mix until well combined.
- Gradually stir in the boiling water — the batter will be thin. Do not panic; that’s normal.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Suggestions
- For a richer taste, use coffee instead of boiling water. Noticing caffeine jitters? That’s a side effect called ‘bliss’.
- You can substitute vegetable oil with melted coconut oil for a hint of coconut flavor. Hello, tropical vibes!
- Garnish with chocolate ganache, fresh berries, or a sprinkling of powdered sugar. Top it with whatever floats your boat (but not literally).
- For an extra moist cake, replace half the milk with sour cream. Pucker up, it’s delicious!
