Name: Simple Chocolate Cake Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: PT-486058H25M51S
Total time: PT-486058H25M51S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups granulated sugar (400 g); 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (245 g); 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75 g); 1 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 large eggs; 1 cup warm water or coffee (240 ml); 1 cup milk (240 ml); 1/2 cup oil (vegetable, corn, or canola – 120 ml); 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 6 oz chopped semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate (180 g); 1 cup unsalted butter, room temp (226 g); 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted (230 g)

Description

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate indulgence with this Simple Chocolate Cake recipe! Rich, moist, and perfectly chocolatey, topped with a silky chocolate frosting, this cake is perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy your chocolate cravings!

Ingredients

2 cups granulated sugar (400 g)
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (245 g)
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75 g)
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 cup warm water or coffee (240 ml)
1 cup milk (240 ml)
1/2 cup oil (vegetable, corn, or canola – 120 ml)
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
6 oz chopped semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate (180 g)
1 cup unsalted butter, room temp (226 g)
2 cups powdered sugar, sifted (230 g)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy release.
In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, warm water (or coffee), milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and pourable.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Melt the chocolate in the microwave or double boiler and let it cool slightly. Beat the butter until smooth, then slowly add the powdered sugar. Add the melted chocolate and beat until light and creamy.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top. Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides generously. Decorate with sprinkles, chocolate curls, or keep it simple—it’s that good plain!

Notes

You can swap the warm water for coffee for a deeper flavor.
Make sure the cake layers are completely cool before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 38g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg