Chocolate Layer Cake
A rich and moist Chocolate Layer Cake that is perfect for celebrations and sure to impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 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 This ingredient keeps the layers moist.
For the Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes. Stir in the boiling water until smooth.
Baking
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with milk and vanilla. Beat until fluffy and spreadable.
Assembly
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread frosting on top. Stack the second layer and frost the sides and top of the cake.
- Optionally, sprinkle cocoa powder or chocolate shavings on top for decoration.
Notes
Chill your frosting if it's too soft to spread. Check for doneness with a toothpick to avoid gooey centers.