Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with this Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake recipe! This irresistibly moist and rich cake boasts a deep, velvety flavor, thanks to the perfect balance of Dutch-processed cocoa and a touch of boiling water for an ultra-tender crumb. With an effortlessly easy batter that comes together in just 20 minutes, this recipe skips any fancy techniques but delivers bakery-quality results every time. Top it with a drizzle of melted dark chocolate chips or a luscious ganache for an added layer of decadence. Perfect for celebrations or simply satisfying those intense chocolate cravings, this cake serves 12 and is guaranteed to be a showstopper. Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, this rich, fudgy treat is your go-to for impressive yet fuss-free baking!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 units eggs (large, room temperature)
• 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper, then lightly flour them.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk the dry ingredients until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and pure vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and mix with a spatula or hand mixer on low speed until just combined.

Step 5

Carefully add the boiling water to the batter, a little at a time, while stirring. The batter will be thin, but this is normal and ensures a moist cake.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and gently tap them on the counter to release air bubbles.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with only a few crumbs attached.

Step 8

Remove the pans from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, carefully turn the cakes out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, decorate as desired or enjoy as-is. Optional: melt dark chocolate chips and drizzle them over the top or use as a ganache for extra decadence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1630.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4493.4

Total Fat 185.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 394.0mg	0%
Sodium 5182.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 752.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 78.0g	0%
Total Sugars 465.1g
Protein 85.4g	0%

Vitamin D 204.0IU	0%
Calcium 648.8mg	0%
Iron 33.8mg	0%
Potassium 3188.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.3%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 59.9%