Mrs Clancy's Chocolate Cake

Indulge in the decadent, homemade perfection of Mrs. Clancy's Chocolate Cake—a classic recipe that strikes the perfect balance between rich cocoa flavor and irresistibly moist texture. This easy-to-follow recipe uses pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar, with a touch of vanilla extract and boiling water to elevate the depth of chocolatey goodness. Ready in under an hour, this cake is ideal for birthdays, potlucks, or when a chocolate craving strikes. Baked in two round cake pans, it’s designed for a show-stopping layer cake that pairs beautifully with your favorite frosting or ganache. Whether you're a novice baker or a seasoned pro, Mrs. Clancy's Chocolate Cake guarantees a crowd-pleasing dessert every time. Perfect for anyone searching for a "classic chocolate cake recipe" with unbeatable flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup 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 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (for greasing pans)
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for dusting pans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with unsalted butter, then lightly dust with flour. Tap out any excess flour.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth and well-blended.

Step 5

Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is thin and smooth. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the pans from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes.

Step 9

Run a knife around the edges of the cake, then carefully invert them onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Step 10

Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or ganache, and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1561.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4177.6

Total Fat 161.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g
Cholesterol 432.7mg	0%
Sodium 5162.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 716.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 71.0g	0%
Total Sugars 417.3g
Protein 81.9g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 608.5mg	0%
Iron 41.8mg	0%
Potassium 3505.0mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 61.7%