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A beautifully decorated Crazy Cake served on a rustic wooden table with a slice cut out, surrounded by cocoa powder and a whisk

Classic Chocolate Cake

A moist, rich, and indulgent chocolate cake that’s perfect for any occasion.   

  • Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

– 2 cups all-purpose flour

– 2 cups granulated sugar

– 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

– 2 teaspoons baking powder

– 1.5 teaspoons baking soda

– 1 teaspoon salt

– 1 cup buttermilk (or substitute 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon vinegar)

– 1/2 cup vegetable oil

– 2 large eggs

– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

– 1 cup boiling water

Instructions

  1. – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. – In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. – Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  4. – Slowly stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin.
  5. – Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  6. – Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. – Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. – Frost and decorate as desired. 
  • Author: chef ouma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 290 per serving