Nita's Chocolate Cake

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Nita's Chocolate Cake, a timeless dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This irresistible cake strikes the perfect balance between light, fluffy texture and deep chocolate flavor, thanks to its seamless combination of cocoa powder, boiling water (for extra moisture), and classic pantry ingredients. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short 30-minute bake, this two-layer masterpiece is a breeze to make. Whether you frost it with silky chocolate frosting or serve it with a simple dusting of powdered sugar, Nita’s Chocolate Cake is sure to impress your family and guests alike. Moist, tender, and bursting with chocolatey goodness, it’s the ultimate homemade dessert for every celebration or quiet indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 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 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round baking pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until fully combined, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake. Mix until well incorporated.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Step 8

Optional: Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1509.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3936.5

Total Fat 148.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g
Cholesterol 401.3mg	0%
Sodium 5160.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 687.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.0g	0%
Total Sugars 417.2g
Protein 78.0g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 600.2mg	0%
Iron 40.1mg	0%
Potassium 3461.4mg	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%