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Killer Chocolate Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings (two 9-inch cakes) 1x

Description

This Killer Chocolate Cake recipe is a rich, moist, and decadent chocolate cake that is easy to make and perfect for any chocolate lover. The cake is made with cocoa, sugar, and a blend of baking powder and baking soda for the perfect rise. The luscious chocolate icing is buttery, creamy, and intensely chocolaty, making this cake irresistible for special occasions or a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 cups Sugar
  • 1 3/4 cups All-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup Hershey’s Cocoa
  • 1 1/2 tsp Baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Boiling water

Icing Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Butter
  • 1 2/3 cups Hershey’s Cocoa
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup Milk
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cakes.
  2. Prepare pans: Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans to prevent the cake from sticking.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt ensuring they are well blended.
  4. Add wet ingredients: Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Beat the mixture at medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth and well incorporated.
  5. Incorporate boiling water: Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, which is expected for a moist cake texture.
  6. Pour and bake: Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a wooden pick into the center; it should come out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove them and place them on wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
  8. Make the icing: Melt the butter in a bowl and stir in the cocoa powder until smooth.
  9. Blend icing ingredients: Alternately add the powdered sugar and milk to the cocoa-butter mixture, beating continuously until the icing reaches a spreadable consistency. Adjust with more milk if necessary.
  10. Finish icing: Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  11. Assemble cake: Once cakes are completely cooled, spread the icing evenly between layers and over the top and sides for a luscious finish.

Notes

  • For cupcakes, bake the batter for about 20 minutes instead of 30-35 minutes.
  • Ensure the cakes are fully cooled before icing to prevent melting the frosting.
  • The batter will be very thin due to boiling water—this is normal and results in a moist cake.
  • You can substitute vegetable oil with an equal amount of melted butter for a richer flavor.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder like Hershey’s for the best chocolate taste.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chocolate cake, moist chocolate cake, chocolate icing, easy chocolate cake recipe, birthday cake, homemade chocolate cake

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