Description
A rich and moist chocolate cake that balances sweetness and chocolate flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into two greased round cake pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Customize with chocolate chips or flavored frostings to add a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, dessert, baking