Tried and Tested Favorite Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of our "Tried and Tested Favorite Chocolate Cake," a timeless dessert that lives up to its name. This recipe features a velvety-smooth batter, made extra moist and fluffy with the addition of boiling water, a secret technique for perfect texture every time. Crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a hint of vanilla, it delivers bold chocolate flavor with just the right balance of sweetness. Ready in under an hour, this foolproof chocolate cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you crave a decadent treat. Bake it as a layer cake, dress it up with your favorite frosting, and watch it become an instant classic at your table. Ideal for both novice bakers and seasoned pros, this cake's consistent results make it a must-have in your recipe collection.
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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 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.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed using a hand or stand mixer until well combined.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and slowly add the boiling water to the batter. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.
Divide the batter evenly between the 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 about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frost and decorate as desired, and enjoy your Tried and Tested Favorite Chocolate Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 407 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 232 mg | 5% | |
*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.
