Description
A moist and rich chocolate cake made with simple ingredients, perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make cake features a tender crumb and deep chocolate flavor enhanced by cocoa powder and boiling water, baked to perfection in a single pan.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture, mixing until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
- Incorporate Boiling Water: Slowly beat the boiling water into the batter. The mixture will become thin, which is expected and helps create a moist cake.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the thin batter into the prepared 9×9 inch pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan on a wire rack before serving or frosting.
Notes
- Ensure the boiling water is added slowly while mixing to avoid splashing and to help dissolve the cocoa powder for a richer flavor.
- The batter will be thin after adding boiling water; this is normal and ensures a moist texture.
- Use a toothpick to check doneness; the cake is done when it comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- This recipe works well as a base for various frostings, including chocolate ganache or cream cheese frosting.