Just Another Chocolate Cake
Decadent, moist, and beautifully rich, "Just Another Chocolate Cake" proves there’s nothing ordinary about a classic chocolate dessert done right. This easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and a touch of vanilla extract to create a perfectly balanced treat that’s full of chocolatey goodness. The key to its luxurious texture lies in the addition of boiling water, which keeps the batter light and ensures every bite is melt-in-your-mouth perfection. With just 20 minutes of prep time, two 9-inch layers come together seamlessly, ready to be frosted with your favorite chocolate frosting or enjoyed as is. Whether you're baking for a birthday, a dinner party, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this timeless chocolate cake will never disappoint. Perfect for searchers looking for an easy chocolate cake recipe that's moist, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 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 vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper circles for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes, or until the batter is smooth and well blended.
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal and ensures a moist cake.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 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, carefully transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or enjoy as is. Slice and serve!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.6 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 401 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 5160 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 564.3 g | 205% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 69.2 g | 247% | |
| Total Sugars | 317.1 g | ||
| Protein | 74.9 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 596 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 38.7 mg | 215% | |
| Potassium | 3429 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.
