Easy Simple Chocolate Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For this simple chocolate cake recipe, you will need:

2 cups of all-purpose flour
2 cups of sugar
1 cup of cocoa powder
1 teaspoon of baking soda
1 teaspoon of baking powder
1 teaspoon of salt
2 eggs
1 cup of milk
1 cup of vegetable oil
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 cup of boiling water

Instructions

To make this simple chocolate cake, you will need to:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Pour this batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake is cooled, pour the boiling water over the top of the cake and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

This simple chocolate cake is delicious served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It also makes a great base for a layered cake, topped with a chocolate or vanilla buttercream. You can also top it with fresh berries for a lighter dessert.

Nutrition

This simple chocolate cake recipe yields 12 servings and each serving contains approximately:

258 calories
12.5 g of fat
36 g of carbohydrates
3 g of protein

Conclusion

This simple chocolate cake is a great go-to dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be dressed up with your favorite toppings. Plus, it's a great way to use up overripe bananas or apples. Whether you're having company over or just need a sweet treat, this simple chocolate cake is sure to please.