best chocolate cake recipe

Here’s a classic, rich, and moist chocolate cake recipe that’s sure to impress!

Best Chocolate Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
   • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
   • Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
   • Beat on medium speed until well combined.
   • Gradually add the boiling water, mixing on low speed until smooth. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
3. Bake the Cake:
   • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
   • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Prepare the Chocolate Frosting:
   • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
   • Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, beating on low speed until combined.
   • Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on medium speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.
   • If the frosting is too thick, add a little more heavy cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
5. Frost the Cake:
   • Once the cakes are completely cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate.
   • Spread a layer of frosting over the top.
   • Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
6. Serve:
   • Garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles if desired.
   • Slice and enjoy your decadent chocolate cake!

This cake is rich, moist, and perfect for any chocolate lover. Enjoy!