Here’s a classic and moist chocolate cake recipe that’s perfect for any occasion:
Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 1¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3½ cups (420g) powdered sugar
- ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream or milk
Instructions:
For the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes, until smooth and well combined.
- Carefully add the boiling water to the batter, mixing slowly until fully incorporated. The batter will be thin, but that’s okay.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with the heavy cream. Beat on low speed until combined, then on high speed for about 2 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and salt, mixing until smooth.
Assembling the Cake:
- Place one layer of the cake on a serving plate. Spread a thick layer of frosting on top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
- Optionally, garnish with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or fresh berries.
Enjoy your rich and decadent chocolate cake!
