Chocolate cake

Sure thing! Here’s a classic chocolate cake recipe that's rich and delicious:

Classic Chocolate Cake

Ingredients:

For the cake:

  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) boiling water

For the frosting:

  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 1/2 cups (440g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the cake batter:

  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
  • Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but that's okay!

3. Bake the cake:

  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Make the frosting:

  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing on low speed until combined.
  • Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.

5. Frost the cake:

  • Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer.
  • Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.

6. Decorate:

  • Feel free to add chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or fresh berries for a decorative touch.

Enjoy your homemade chocolate cake! If you have any specific questions or want variations, just let me know.