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Moist Chocolate Cake

Indulge in the Best Moist Chocolate Cake You’ll Ever Bake

This Moist Chocolate Cake is irresistibly delicious, simple to prepare, and perfect for any celebration or craving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if desired
  • 0.75 cups cocoa powder Dutch-process cocoa adds depth
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Can swap with brown sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder Ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon salt Sea salt recommended
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature
  • 1 cup milk Almond milk for dairy-free
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil Melted coconut oil works well too
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure extract for the best flavor
For Frosting (Optional)
  • chocolate frosting Use generously
  • chocolate shavings For garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Cake pans
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Basic Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and dusting with flour.
  2. Whisk together dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until no dry pockets remain.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Frost the cake with chocolate frosting and add chocolate shavings if desired.
  8. Slice and serve with optional ice cream or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing.

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