Description
This moist chocolate cake is soft, rich, and topped with a smooth, decadent chocolate frosting. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or everyday indulgence, this classic cake is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 cups granulated sugar
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3/4 cup cocoa powder
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2 tsp baking powder
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1 1/2 tsp baking soda
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1 tsp salt
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1 cup milk
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup boiling water
Frosting Ingredients:
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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1/2 cup cocoa powder
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4 cups powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 pinch salt
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6–8 tbsp milk
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment and grease well.
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In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Add milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
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Stir in boiling water until batter is thin and fully combined.
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Pour evenly into pans and bake for 30–35 minutes.
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Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on wire racks.
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For the frosting, beat all ingredients until smooth, adding milk to adjust consistency.
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Frost the cooled cakes, layering and covering the top and sides.
Notes
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The batter will be thin after adding boiling water—this is normal and gives a moist result.
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Cake layers can be frozen before frosting for easier assembly.
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Store frosted cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American