Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this easy chocolate cake recipe. Featuring a rich, moist sponge paired with velvety frosting, this cake is perfect for any occasion—be it a birthday celebration or a cozy family gathering. Each bite delivers unforgettable chocolate flavor and an invitation to create cherished memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually mix into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg