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Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe

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This Moist Chocolate Cake is a rich and tender dessert featuring a deep chocolate flavor balanced by a soft, fluffy crumb. Made with simple ingredients like cocoa powder, flour, sugar, and eggs, it’s perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to casual family treats. The cake’s moist texture is achieved with a combination of vegetable oil and whole milk, ensuring every bite is delightfully soft and flavorful.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it lightly and dusting it with flour or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk these ingredients to combine evenly and break up any lumps.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Add the whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is well blended.
  4. Incorporate wet and dry mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredient mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix just until the batter is smooth and no dry flour pockets remain, taking care not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
  5. Pour and bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Cool the cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better batter emulsification and a fluffier cake.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture; mix until just combined.
  • If you want a more intense chocolate flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of espresso powder to the dry ingredients.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • The cake can be frosted with chocolate ganache, buttercream, or enjoyed plain with a dusting of powdered sugar.

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