Devilishly Moist Chocolate Cake

Indulge in pure decadence with this Devilishly Moist Chocolate Cake, a dessert that lives up to its name. Perfectly tender and irresistibly rich, this recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar to create a cake that’s deeply chocolatey and delightfully soft. The secret to its unbeatable moisture lies in the combination of vegetable oil, whole milk, and a touch of boiling water, which gives the batter its silky texture. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, this two-layer chocolate cake is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or any moment that calls for a bit of indulgence. Top it with your favorite chocolate buttercream or ganache, and you’ll have a show-stopping dessert that’s guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottom of each pan with parchment paper for easy release.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat the mixture on medium speed using a hand mixer or stand mixer for about 2 minutes, or until smooth and well-combined.

Step 4

Reduce the speed to low and carefully pour in the boiling water. Mix until the batter is smooth and slightly thinner—you want a pourable consistency.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Gently tap the pans on the countertop to remove any air bubbles.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert the cakes onto a cooling rack, peel off the parchment paper, and let them cool completely.

Step 8

Frost with your favorite chocolate buttercream or ganache for a decadent finish. Slice, serve, and enjoy your devilishly moist chocolate cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1510.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3937.2

Total Fat 149.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g
Cholesterol 401.3mg	0%
Sodium 5161.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 687.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.0g	0%
Total Sugars 416.2g
Protein 77.9g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 599.0mg	0%
Iron 40.1mg	0%
Potassium 3447.4mg	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: 30.5%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 62.5%