Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsThe Gate HouseChocolate Cake Recipe

Chocolate Cake Recipe

Inspired by The Gate House
Time1h
Serves12

Rich and moist chocolate cake

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Baking Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

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

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

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

  3. 3

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Slowly stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cake

    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 the Cakes

    Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

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