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best chocolate cake recipes for a special occasion

The Best Chocolate Cake Recipe

The best chocolate cake recipes for a special occasion! This one-bowl chocolate cake is quick, delicious, and can be made gluten-free or dairy-free!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 163
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ยบ F. Prepare two 9-inch cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder. Mix until well combined.
  3. Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed until smooth.
  4. Gradually add boiling water, mixing just until combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely.
  7. Frost with chocolate buttercream frosting if desired.

Notes

Nutrition Information Source: Data from USDA FoodData Central, estimated where needed Values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands and preparation methods.