Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this rich, moist chocolate cake. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual Tuesdays, this cake is topped with a creamy frosting and customizable decorations that will impress your guests and delight your taste buds. With straightforward steps and essential ingredients, even novice bakers can create a show-stopping dessert that brings joy to every celebration. Each bite promises decadence and a nostalgic touch of laughter shared with friends and family.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Frosting of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round 9-inch cake pans with butter and dust lightly with cocoa powder.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter until fluffy; gradually add sugar.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in milk and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Frost as desired and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg