Sure thing! Here’s a classic chocolate cake recipe that's rich and delicious:
Classic Chocolate Cake
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
For the frosting:
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups (440g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the cake batter:
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
- Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but that's okay!
3. Bake the cake:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Make the frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.
5. Frost the cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer.
- Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
6. Decorate:
- Feel free to add chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or fresh berries for a decorative touch.
Enjoy your homemade chocolate cake! If you have any specific questions or want variations, just let me know.
