Description
This rich chocolate cake is perfect for any occasion and pairs beautifully with chocolate fudge frosting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Chocolate Fudge Frosting (prepared separately)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
- Slowly add the boiling water, mixing until the batter is smooth. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely before frosting with chocolate fudge frosting.
Notes
- This cake is best served with chocolate fudge frosting for an extra indulgent experience.
- Ensure to let the cakes cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg