Chocolate Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Ice Cream Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature while you prepare the cake batter.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 cups of granulated sugar, 3 cups of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1.5 tsp of baking powder, 1.5 tsp of baking soda, and 1 tsp of salt. Whisk together until well combined.
- 3
Add Wet Ingredients
To the dry ingredients, add 2 large eggs, 1 cup of whole milk, 1 cup of vegetable oil, and 2 tsp of vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed until smooth and well incorporated.
- 4
Add Boiling Water
Carefully stir in 1 cup of boiling water until the batter is well combined. The batter will be thin.
- 5
Prepare the Pans
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking.
- 6
Pour Batter and Bake
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven 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. Then, turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Preparation
- 8
Serve the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Top with your favorite frosting, if desired, and then place the second layer on top.
- 9
Add Ice Cream
Serve slices of the chocolate cake with 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream on the side for a delicious combination.
