Decadent Chocolate Walnut Cake Recipe

This chocolate walnut cake is the epitome of indulgence. The rich and moist chocolate cake is complemented perfectly by the crunchy walnuts. This recipe is easy to follow and will result in a cake that is bound to impress. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply want to treat yourself, this chocolate walnut cake is the perfect choice.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
4. Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but that's okay.
5. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
6. Pour the batter equally into the prepared cake pans.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
8. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
9. Carefully transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cakes have cooled, you can frost and decorate them as desired.
11. Slice and serve the chocolate walnut cake, and enjoy!

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