Chocolate Cake Recipe
Make 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 Ingredients
Frosting Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking.
- 2
Prepare Cake Pans
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking.
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 4
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Then carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- 6
Bake the Cake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 8
Make the Frosting
In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
- 9
Add Vanilla
Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- 10
Frost the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- 11
Serve
Slice the cake and serve. Enjoy your delicious chocolate cake!
