Chocolate Cake Recipe

Cake Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Oven

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

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk the ingredients together until well mixed.

3. 3

   Combine Wet Ingredients

   In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.

4. 4

   Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

   Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5. 5

   Add Boiling Water

   Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin, which is normal.

6. 6

   Pour and Bake

   Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. 7

   Cool the Cakes

   Once baked, allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.