Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe

Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe

How To Make Easy Chocolate Cake

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Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking: 30 minutes
Total: 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  3. Add in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

  4. Gradually add in the boiling water, mixing until the batter is smooth.

  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

  6. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

  8. Once cooled, you can frost the cake with your favorite frosting or enjoy it as is.

Nutrition

  • Calories : 280kcal
  • Total Fat : 11g
  • Saturated Fat : 2g
  • Cholesterol : 2mg
  • Sodium : 300mg
  • Total Carbohydrates : 42g
  • Dietary Fiber : 3g
  • Sugar : 22g
  • Protein : 4g
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