My Mom's Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the timeless decadence of "My Mom's Chocolate Cake," a family-favorite recipe that’s as heartwarming as it is delicious. This classic homemade chocolate cake combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar to create a moist, tender crumb that’s perfect for any occasion. The batter is effortlessly blended with whole milk, vanilla extract, and a touch of boiling water for an ultra-smooth consistency and rich chocolate flavor. Ready in under an hour with just 15 minutes of prep time, this double-layered dessert is baked to perfection in two 9-inch pans, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends. Pair it with a luscious chocolate buttercream frosting for the ultimate indulgence, and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing treat that’s guaranteed to become a beloved tradition in your kitchen, just like it has in ours. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or an ordinary sweet tooth craving, this chocolate cake is simplicity at its most delicious.
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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
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line 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. Beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
Step 4
Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and thin. Do not overmix.
Step 5
Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans.
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 the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
Frost and decorate the cake as desired. My mom always used a classic chocolate buttercream for extra indulgence!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1539.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4045.7 |
| Total Fat 149.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g | |
| Cholesterol 401.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5161.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 710.1g | 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