Description
Sink your fork into the ultimate chocolate indulgence—this cake is rich, moist, and surprisingly easy to make. It uses simple ingredients, yet the result is a show-stopping dessert worthy of any celebration. Whether you’re planning a birthday, potluck, or just a sweet craving fix, this quick dessert recipe is a foolproof favorite. Perfect for both new bakers and seasoned pros, this easy recipe shines as a quick breakfast treat, a cozy dinner dessert, or a crowd-pleasing party dish. Add it to your list of must-try food ideas for all occasions.
Ingredients
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup hot coffee
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Whisk in the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and thick.
4. Gradually stir in the hot coffee until the batter becomes thin and glossy.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
7. Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or ganache once fully cooled.
Notes
Use Dutch-process cocoa for a darker, richer flavor.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent sliding layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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