How to Make a Chocolate Cake

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of a classic chocolate cake. This recipe is perfect for any celebration or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. With a moist, tender crumb and a luscious chocolate frosting, this cake is sure to impress.

Needed Ingredients

15 items

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup heavy cream

Step-by-Step Instructions

10 steps

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Add milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

Carefully stir in boiling water. The batter will be thin.

Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.

For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder.

Add heavy cream and beat until smooth and spreadable.

Once cakes are cool, frost the top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.