chocolate Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) sugar
• ½ cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 egg
• ½ cup (120ml) milk
• ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup (120ml) hot water

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ¾ cups (220g) powdered sugar
• ¼ cup (30g) cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2–3 tbsp (30–45ml) milk

Instructions

Making the Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add egg, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well until combined.
4. Pour in hot water and stir until the batter is smooth. (The batter will be thin – that’s normal!)
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
6. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Making the Frosting:

1. Beat the softened butter until creamy.
2. Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla. Mix well.
3. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until smooth and spreadable.

Assembling the Cake:

1. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
2. Slice and enjoy your delicious homemade chocolate cake!

Tips

1. Use Good Quality Cocoa Powder 🍫

• The better the cocoa, the richer the flavor! Use unsweetened, high-quality cocoa for deep chocolate taste.

2. Measure Ingredients Correctly ⚖️

• Use a kitchen scale for accuracy, especially for flour and cocoa powder, to avoid dry or dense cakes.

3. Room Temperature Ingredients 🌡️

• Eggs, butter, and milk should be at room temperature to ensure a smooth batter and even baking.

4. Don’t Overmix the Batter 🚫🥄

• Overmixing can make your cake tough. Mix just until combined for a soft, fluffy texture.