Five Layer Chocolate Cake Recipe
Make Five Layer Chocolate Cake Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cake Layers
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Oven and Pans
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour five 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Combine and Add Boiling Water
Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- 5
Bake the Layers
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
