Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add boiling water, stirring constantly. The batter will be thin—this is normal.
Bake the Cake:
- Pour batter evenly into prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra richness, replace ½ cup of boiling water with brewed coffee.
- For a dairy-free version, use almond milk and replace butter with coconut oil.
- For cupcakes, bake in a lined muffin tin for 18-22 minutes.
- For a fudgier texture, add an extra egg and increase cocoa powder slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
