A Classic Chocolate Cake: A Home Baker’s Delight
Indulge in a timeless treat!
Baking can be a therapeutic experience, and this chocolate cake recipe is the perfect way to unwind. From measuring the ingredients to watching the cake rise in the oven, there’s something truly satisfying about the baking process. And the end result? A delicious, homemade chocolate cake that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 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 1 soda
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- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Prep the Oven and Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Slowly stir in the boiling water.
- Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cakes: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Make the Frosting: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cakes are cool, frost the top of one layer with the buttercream frosting. Place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor: Use high-quality cocoa powder and unsalted butter.
- To prevent the cake from drying out: Don’t overbake. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- For a more intense chocolate flavor: Add a teaspoon of instant coffee powder to the batter.
- To make the frosting smoother: Beat the frosting for an extra minute or two.
Enjoy this classic chocolate cake!
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