Rich Chocolate Cake
Under 60 MinsBakingDessertComfort Food • Kid-Friendly
Medium
55min
340kcal
10people
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A classic boiling water chocolate cake: extremely moist, porous, and incredibly chocolatey.
This Rich Chocolate Cake is a true find for all dessert lovers. If you are looking for the perfect Chocolate Cake that turns out incredibly moist, tender, and rich, then this recipe is exactly for you. The main secret of this dessert lies in adding boiling water at the very end of mixing the batter, which allows the cocoa powder to fully release its deep aroma and create a unique texture. Preparing this dish does not require complex equipment, and this Chocolate Cake always turns out successful even for beginners. We use vegetable oil instead of butter, which makes the structure of the layers lighter and more porous. The combination of baking soda and baking powder guarantees an excellent rise, while a drop of vanilla perfectly complements the chocolate profile. This dessert pairs beautifully with any frosting, whether it's a classic ganache, sour cream frosting, or just whipped cream. Remember that the batter will be quite liquid before baking — this is normal and is exactly what ensures the final juiciness. Be sure to let the cake cool completely before slicing it. This recipe will become your favorite base for any festive tea parties.
Ingredients
- 250 g All-purpose flour
- 300 g Sugar
- 75 g Cocoa powder
- 1.5 tsp Baking powder
- 1.5 tsp Baking soda
- 2 count Eggs
- 240 ml Milk
- 120 ml Vegetable oil
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 240 ml Boiling water
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a baking pan with oil.
- 2In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
- 3Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
- 4Carefully pour the boiling water into the batter. Mix well (the batter will be very liquid).
- 5Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick — it should come out clean.
- 6Allow to cool completely in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully remove.
Chef's Tips
- •To make the cake even tastier, let it sit in the refrigerator for a few hours after cooling.
- •You can use hot coffee instead of plain boiling water to enhance the chocolate flavor even further.
- •If you want to make a taller cake, divide the batter into two smaller pans and reduce the baking time.
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