Irresistible Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the decadence of the Irresistible Chocolate Cake—a rich, moist, and deeply flavorful dessert made for true chocolate lovers. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar with creamy whole milk and a hint of pure vanilla extract to create a cake that's perfectly tender and incredibly satisfying. The secret to its ultra-moist texture lies in the addition of boiling water, which makes the batter luxuriously smooth and ensures a melt-in-your-mouth finish. Ready in just under an hour, this two-layer masterpiece is ideal for any celebration or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Pair with a luscious chocolate buttercream or tangy cream cheese frosting for a dessert that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any chocolate craving, this homemade chocolate cake will quickly become your go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and beat on medium speed with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes, until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin—this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared baking pans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frost and decorate as desired. A classic chocolate buttercream or cream cheese frosting pairs beautifully with this cake.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3937 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.0 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 401 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 5161 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 687.2 g | 250% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.0 g | 250% | |
| Total Sugars | 416.2 g | ||
| Protein | 77.9 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 599 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 40.1 mg | 223% | |
| Potassium | 3447 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
