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Classic Moist Chocolate Cake

This rich and easy-to-make chocolate cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a celebration or just a treat for yourself.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk can be substituted with non-dairy milk
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Other
  • 1 cup boiling water adds moisture to the cake

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking pan (9x13 works great).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
  4. Carefully stir in the boiling water into the mixture.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  2. Check if it's done by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Cooling
  1. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

You can layer the cake or frost it with various options like chocolate ganache or buttercream. If substituting whole milk, use unsweetened non-dairy alternatives.