Description

A rich and moist Chocolate Layer Cake that delivers intense cocoa flavor and is easy to prepare using a one-bowl method. This cake can impress your friends and family with its professional-quality taste while fitting perfectly into your busy schedule.

Ingredients

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2 cups All-Purpose Flour
2 cups Granulated Sugar
3/4 cup Dutch-Process Cocoa Powder
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1.5 teaspoons Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Salt
2 units Large Eggs
1 cup Whole Milk
1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
1 cup Boiling Water

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed with an electric mixer for about two minutes
Stir in the boiling water by hand until combined
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes
Cool the cake layers in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely
Once cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate buttercream or light ganache

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

For lighter options, consider using Greek yogurt instead of oil and whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.

Use an offset spatula for better control while frosting.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30-35 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 34g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg