Prepare to embark on a decadent journey that will transform your kitchen into a chocolate paradise! This Simply Rich Chocolate Cake isn't just another dessert—it's a mouthwatering experience that promises to tantalize your taste buds and make your chocolate cravings surrender. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and a total baking time of 45 minutes, you'll have a luxurious, moist, and intensely chocolatey cake that will have everyone begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper for easier removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup of cocoa powder, 2 cups of sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix these dry ingredients until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat together 2 large eggs, 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on medium speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Slowly stir in 1 cup of boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal. Make sure everything is well mixed.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Tap the pans gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove the cakes from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, you can frost them with your favorite chocolate frosting or serve them plain with a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Slice the cake into 8 servings and enjoy your Simply Rich Chocolate Cake!
Tips
- Always use room temperature eggs and milk for smoother batter integration.
- Sifting dry ingredients helps prevent lumps and ensures a more uniform cake texture.
- Don't overmix the batter—mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender.
- The boiling water might seem unusual, but it helps create an incredibly moist cake.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- For extra moisture, you can brush the layers with simple syrup before frosting.
- Store the cake in an airtight container to maintain its freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 544kcal
Carbohydrates: 73g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 40mg
