Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this easy homemade chocolate cake. With just a few basic ingredients, you can create a moist and fluffy cake that is perfect for any occasion. This classic recipe is a crowd-pleaser and will become a family favorite in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth and thin.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in 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 the cake with your favorite frosting and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Adding boiling water to the batter helps to bring out the rich chocolate flavor and create a moist texture.
You can customize this cake by adding chocolate chips, nuts, or a different flavor of extract for a unique twist.