Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMargaux's RestaurantChocolate Cake Recipe

Chocolate Cake Recipe

Time1h
Serves12

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Baking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oven and Pans

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

  2. 2

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  3. 3

    Mix Wet Ingredients

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

  4. 4

    Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

    Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cakes

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

  6. 6

    Cool and Serve

    Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Frost as desired.

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