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Chocolate Cake Recipe

"description": "A rich and moist chocolate cake that’s easy to make and perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.",
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Calories: 340kcal
Author: CARMELLA

Ingredients

  • "1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour"
  • "3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder"
  • "2 cups sugar"
  • "1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder"
  • "1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda"
  • "1 teaspoon salt"
  • "2 eggs"
  • "1 cup milk"
  • "1/2 cup vegetable oil"
  • "2 teaspoons vanilla extract"
  • "1 cup boiling water"

Instructions

  • text": "Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans."
  • "text": "In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt."
  • "text": "Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes."
  • "text": "Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour into prepared pans."
  • "text": "Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before frosting."

Notes

"Using boiling water helps bloom the cocoa for a richer chocolate flavor. You can substitute coffee for the boiling water to enhance the depth even more."
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