Chocolate Cake (Simply the Best)

Chocolate Cake (Simply the Best) recipe pinit

The first chocolate cake recipe dates back to 1764 in a book called ‘The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy’ by Hannah Glasse.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins
Servings: 8 Calories: 3200
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in boiling water. The batter will be thin.
  5. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove from oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
  8. Transfer the cakes to a wire rack and let them cool completely.
  9. Frost the cake with your favorite frosting and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 400kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g31%
Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
Sugars 40g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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