Description
This simple chocolate cake is incredibly moist, deeply chocolatey, and perfect for any occasion. With minimal ingredients and easy steps, it’s a foolproof crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
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2 cups granulated sugar
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¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 ½ tsp baking powder
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1 ½ tsp baking soda
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1 tsp salt
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2 large eggs
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1 cup whole milk
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½ cup vegetable oil
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup boiling water
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
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Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Add wet ingredients: Stir in eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
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Add boiling water: Carefully mix in boiling water (batter will be thin).
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Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool: Let cool completely before frosting or serving.
Notes
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For extra moistness, substitute buttermilk for milk.
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Use hot coffee instead of water to enhance chocolate flavor.
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Frost with your favorite chocolate or vanilla frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 5g