Description
A deliciously moist chocolate cake that’s perfect for celebrations and everyday treats alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups (350 g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, room temperature
- ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120 ml) boiling water
- ½ cup (85 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gradually pour in the boiling water while stirring gently.
- If using, fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes.
- Allow cake to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar or frost as desired before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider using non-dairy milk for a vegan option or adding espresso powder for enhanced chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg