Description
A rich, moist, and nostalgic chocolate cake with a buttery, tender crumb. Perfect for birthdays or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers timeless flavor without the need for complicated techniques.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup whole milk or buttermilk, room temperature
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons non-alcoholic vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round or one 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. Add milk and oil, stirring until well combined. Mix in non-alcoholic vanilla extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until smooth and fully incorporated. Do not overmix.
Pour batter into prepared pans and bake 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Notes
For optimal texture, use room-temperature ingredients and sift dry ingredients thoroughly.
Buttermilk adds extra tenderness; substitute whole milk for a lighter flavor.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for 5 days.
Frost with your favorite chocolate glaze or whipped cream for added richness.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg