Super Moist Chocolate Cake
Satisfy your chocolate cravings with this super moist chocolate cake, an irresistible dessert that’s sure to impress. With its rich, velvety texture and deep chocolate flavor, every slice is a delightful experience. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or simply treating yourself on a weeknight, this cake is easy to prepare and stays fresh for days!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider using high-quality cocoa powder. Personalize your cake by adding chocolate chips or nuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container; they will stay moist for up to three days.