Mom's Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the timeless comfort of Mom's Chocolate Cake, a classic dessert that's rich, moist, and irresistibly chocolatey. Perfectly balanced with cocoa's deep flavor and a touch of vanilla, this homemade cake features a delicate crumb achieved with simple pantry staples and a surprising addition of boiling water for ultimate moisture. Prepared in just 20 minutes, this recipe bakes up beautifully in two 9-inch layers, ready to be frosted with your favorite chocolate frosting or luscious whipped ganache. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or an everyday treat, this crowd-pleaser serves 12 and will leave everyone reaching for seconds. With its foolproof steps and nostalgic charm, Mom's Chocolate Cake is bound to become a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them or lining them with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3
Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed using a hand or stand mixer until the batter is smooth and fully combined.
Step 4
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this step ensures a moist cake. Mix until just combined.
Step 5
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
Once the cakes are completely cool, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or whipped ganache and serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1542.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4048.0 |
| Total Fat 149.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g | |
| Cholesterol 401.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5385.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 711.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 70.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 417.2g | |
| Protein 81.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 189.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 604.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 41.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3493.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories