Best Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe (Easy & Delicious)
Bake the ultimate moist chocolate cake with this easy, step-by-step recipe. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any chocolate craving!
Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Cake
If you're searching for the best chocolate cake recipe that's rich, moist, and deeply chocolatey—your search ends here! This is a foolproof, one-bowl recipe that uses simple ingredients you likely already have at home.
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Ingredients for Moist Chocolate Cake
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 and 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1.5 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) boiling water (or hot coffee for a richer flavor)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the bowl. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
Step 4: Add Boiling Water
Slowly mix in the hot water (or coffee). The batter will be thin—this is what makes the cake super moist.
Step 5: Bake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool & Frost
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to wire racks. Cool completely before frosting.
Easy Chocolate Frosting Recipe
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 and 1/2 cups (440g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (45g) cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream (add more for desired consistency)
Instructions:
Beat butter until creamy. Add sugar, cocoa, salt, and vanilla. Mix and add cream gradually until smooth and fluffy.
Pro Tips for the Perfect Chocolate Cake
- Use hot coffee instead of water for an intense chocolate flavor.
- Sift your dry ingredients to avoid lumps.
- Make it ahead! This cake tastes even better the next day.
Storage & Freezing
- Store: Covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Wrap unfrosted layers in plastic wrap and freeze up to 2 months.
Final Thoughts
This is truly the best homemade chocolate cake recipe for beginners and pros alike. Try it once, and it will become your go-to chocolate cake!
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