Indulge in a decadent and moist chocolate cake with this recipe passed down from Aunt Joyce. This cake is perfect for any special occasion or simply when you're craving a rich and chocolatey treat. The secret ingredient in this recipe is love and nostalgia, making it a family favorite for generations.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Stir in hot water until the batter is smooth and pour into prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting and enjoy!
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
