Classic Chocolate Cake
A rich, moist, and decadent chocolate cake made with cocoa powder, flour, sugar, eggs, butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any chocolate lover.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour evenly into prepared pans.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
For best results, do not substitute buttermilk or sour cream. Frost with your favorite chocolate ganache or buttercream.