Ingredients
– 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
– ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
– 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup milk
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 cup boiling water
– 2 cups chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Equipment Needed
– 2 9-inch round cake pans
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer (or whisk)
– Rubber spatula
– Parchment paper
– Cooling rack
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans with butter or cooking spray. To make sure that your cake pops out easily later, I like to line the bottoms with parchment paper. Next, in a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. I always like to whisk the dry ingredients together first – it ensures everything is evenly distributed. Now, add in the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat this mixture on medium speed for 2 minutes. Just as you’re starting to think this will be a somewhat simple cake, carefully stir in the boiling water; the batter will be thin, but that’s what creates the moistness! Oh, the smell is simply luxurious! (See the next page below to continue steps…)