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Chocolate Cake

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A rich, soft, and deeply chocolatey homemade chocolate cake with a moist texture and balanced cocoa flavor, perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a comforting dessert anytime.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water or hot coffee

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth.
  4. Slowly pour in the hot water or hot coffee while stirring carefully. The batter will be thin.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely before frosting or slicing.

Notes

  • Use hot coffee instead of water to enhance the chocolate flavor.
  • Add chocolate chips for extra richness.
  • Dark cocoa powder can be used for a deeper chocolate taste.
  • This recipe can also be made into cupcakes.
  • Pairs well with chocolate buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or chocolate ganache.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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