The Viral Chocolate Cake
A rich and moist chocolate cake perfect for any occasion, offering a balance of sweetness and deep chocolate flavor that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour You can substitute whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Using Dutch-processed cocoa gives a darker color.
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs Using room temperature eggs helps create a smoother batter.
- 1 cup whole milk Can be replaced with almond milk for a vegan version.
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil Can be replaced with melted coconut oil or butter.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water Be careful when adding, the batter will be thin.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together thoroughly until there are no lumps.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store covered in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage. Always allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g
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