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Easy Chocolate Cake

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A rich, moist, and deeply chocolatey cake that’s simple to make with basic pantry ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual cravings.

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 tsp espresso powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
  4. Stir in boiling water (and espresso powder, if using). Batter will be thin—this is normal.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Frost with your favorite frosting once completely cooled.

Notes

  • Use espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
  • Don’t skip the boiling water—it helps deepen the chocolate taste and keep the cake moist.
  • The batter will be thin, but that’s what makes it so tender and moist.
  • This cake works great for cupcakes or a sheet cake too.

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