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Homemade Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting Recipe

Homemade Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting Recipe
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Indulge in the decadent delight of a homemade chocolate cake with luscious chocolate frosting. This moist and rich dessert is a classic favorite that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

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For the cake:

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

For the frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (plus more if needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
  3. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  4. To make the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Sift together powdered sugar and cocoa powder, then gradually add to butter along with salt. Mix in vanilla and cream, beating until smooth and fluffy. Add more cream if needed to reach desired consistency.
  5. Frost cooled cake layers, stacking them with frosting between, then covering the top and sides. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use hot coffee instead of boiling water in the cake batter.
  • This cake also works well as cupcakes—bake for 18–20 minutes.

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