Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsYard HouseChocolate Cake Recipe

Chocolate Cake Recipe

Inspired by Yard House
Time1h
Serves12

Rich chocolate cake with layers of chocolate frosting.

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Baking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oven and Pans

    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 bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.

  3. 3

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Boiling Water

    Stir in the boiling water until the batter is well combined. It will be thin.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cakes

    Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Cool the Cakes

    Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

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