Dark Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the rich decadence of this dark chocolate cake, perfect for any occasion. With its deep flavors and moist texture, each slice offers a blissful experience that will leave your guests craving more. This simple yet impressive recipe is easy to follow, making it an ideal choice whether for a birthday celebration or a cozy night in. Bake this cake to elevate your dessert game and create sweet memories with every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, softened butter, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Slowly stir in boiling water until smooth.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg