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two freshly baked chocolate loaves placed on a metal cooling rack
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Chocolate Cake

A rich and moist chocolate cake recipe that's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Servings: 12
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 cups caster sugar
  • 1 A pinch of salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup boiled water
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon caramel flavor or vanilla essence

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • sieve
  • whisk
  • baking tin
  • oven
  • and cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Sieve flour, cocoa powder, and salt into a bowl.
  2. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, oil, boiled water, and essence.
  3. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; mix well.
  4. Stir in baking soda and baking powder.
  5. Bake at 180°C for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool before serving.

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer flavor.
For a layered cake, double the recipe and divide the batter evenly.