Description
A simple and delicious chocolate cake recipe with rich chocolate frosting that’s perfect for all occasions.
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
- For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 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)
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
- For deeper flavor, use coffee instead of warm water.
- Let the cakes cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
