Chocolate Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake layered with chocolate frosting.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Cake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 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
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- 5
Make the Frosting
In a medium bowl, beat together the cocoa powder and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, beating until fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract.
- 6
Frost the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting on top, then place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
