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Favorite Birthday Cake

A delightful and customizable chocolate cake perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 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
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  4. Carefully stir in boiling water.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

For an even richer flavor, consider substituting some of the water with brewed coffee. Make sure to measure your ingredients accurately for the best results. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting. Use a toothpick to check for doneness.