Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Matilda’s Chocolate Cake. This moist and luscious chocolate cake is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, line with parchment paper.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, whisk dry ingredients. Add wet ingredients, mix until combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Bake: Divide batter, bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool in pans, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Frost: Frost with chocolate ganache or buttercream.
Notes
- For a richer cake, use hot brewed coffee instead of boiling water.
- This cake pairs well with dark chocolate ganache or whipped chocolate buttercream.
- You can bake this as a sheet cake in a 9×13-inch pan as an alternative.
