Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsNew Theatre & RestaurantNobody's Perfect Recipe

Nobody's Perfect Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves12

Make Nobody's Perfect 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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Base

Decoration

Method

Base Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder until well combined.

  3. 3

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Then add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

  5. 5

    Pour into Pan

    Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and pour the batter into it, spreading evenly.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Cool

    Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Frosting Preparation

  1. 8

    Make the Frosting

    In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until well combined.

  2. 9

    Add Liquid Ingredients

    Add the milk and vanilla extract to the frosting mixture, beating until smooth and fluffy.

  3. 10

    Frost the Cake

    Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top of the cake.

Decoration

  1. 11

    Add Chocolate Shavings

    Sprinkle chocolate shavings over the frosted cake for added texture and flavor.

  2. 12

    Garnish with Berries

    Top the cake with fresh berries for a vibrant and fresh touch.

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