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Classic Chocolate Cake
Ingredients
- all-purpose flour1 and 3/4 cups
- unsweetened cocoa powder3/4 cup
- granulated sugar2 cups
- baking powder1 and 1/2 teaspoons
- baking soda1 and 1/2 teaspoons
- salt1 teaspoon
- large eggs2 items
- whole milk1 cup
- vegetable oil1/2 cup
- vanilla extract2 teaspoons
- boiling water1 cup
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the boiling water until the mixture is well combined (the batter will be thin).
- 5
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- 6
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- 7
Remove the cakes from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- 8
Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting and serve.
