Chocolate Cake Recipe

This chocolate cake recipe is rich, moist, and irresistibly decadent a true classic that’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a little indulgence. Made in just one bowl, it’s soft, fluffy, and bursting with deep chocolate flavor every time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

Directions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
• In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined.
• Stir in the boiling water — the batter will be thin, but that’s what makes the cake moist.
• Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
• Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Frost with your favorite chocolate, buttercream, or cream cheese frosting before serving.

Preparation Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Additional Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 24
• Yield: Two 9-inch round cakes