Description
A decadent chocolate cake with rich, creamy vanilla filling that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the wet ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Incorporate boiling water: Carefully stir in boiling water until combined.
- Bake the cakes: Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes: Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
- Whip the creamy vanilla filling: Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the cake: Place one layer on a plate, spread with filling, then top with second layer. Frost if desired.
- Serve and enjoy! Slice and serve to your family or indulge yourself!
Notes
Make ahead and store in the fridge for improved flavor. Can substitute cocoa powder and make gluten-free with the right flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, vanilla filling, dessert, easy baking, special occasions