This easy and delicious one bowl chocolate cake is perfect for any occasion. It requires minimal cleanup and delivers a rich, moist chocolate flavor. Ideal for both beginners and experienced bakers.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
35min
Ingredients
12 Servings
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1.5 tsp baking soda
- 240 ml boiling water
- 75 g cocoa powder
- 2 eggs
- 240 ml milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 400 g sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 120 ml vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
Step 2
In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
Step 4
Gradually add the boiling water to the mixture, stirring until smooth. The batter will be thin.
Step 5
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
Step 6
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.