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 whole milk
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
– 1 cup boiling water
– Optional: powdered sugar for dusting or your favorite frosting
Equipment Needed
– 2 9-inch round cake pans
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Rubber spatula
– Cooling rack
– Parchment paper (optional for easier removal)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans with a little butter or non-stick spray. If you want an extra layer of assurance for easy removal, you can line the bottoms with parchment paper as well. In a large mixing bowl, combine your dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. I like to whisk these together until they’re well mixed and lump-free. The smell alone is heavenly! (See the next page below to continue steps…)