Chocolate Cake Recipe
A rich and moist chocolate cake topped with decadent chocolate frosting.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Frosting Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Incorporate Boiling Water
Slowly stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.
- 5
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Frosting
In a medium bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until creamy.
- 8
Add Cocoa and Sugar
Gradually add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
- 9
Incorporate Milk and Vanilla
Add the milk and vanilla extract, and continue to beat the frosting until it reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.
Assembly
- 10
Frost the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting over the top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- 11
Serve
Slice the cake and serve at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious chocolate cake!
