Velvety Cake
A deliciously rich cake with a luscious texture and deep chocolate flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa powder for better flavor.
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs Can be replaced with ¼ cup of unsweetened applesauce for a vegan option.
- 1 cup whole milk Should be at room temperature.
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water Do not skip this step for a moist cake.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the boiling water (the batter will be thin).
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
Baking
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then remove from pans to cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, or drizzle with chocolate ganache. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.