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Ultimate Chocolate Cake Recipe

Ultimate Chocolate Cake Recipe
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This Ultimate Chocolate Cake Recipe delivers a rich, moist, and intensely chocolatey dessert perfect for any celebration or indulgent treat. Featuring a tender crumb, deep cocoa flavor, and a classic vanilla touch, this cake is easy to make from scratch with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until they are evenly combined. This ensures consistent flavor and texture.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the unsalted butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which adds air for a tender crumb.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully blended to enhance flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Alternately add the dry ingredients and whole milk into the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
  7. Cool: Let the cakes cool in their pans for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to wire racks to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Notes

  • Room temperature butter and eggs improve batter consistency and final texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the wet and dry ingredients are combined to avoid a dense cake.
  • Ensure even distribution of batter in pans for uniform baking.
  • This cake pairs wonderfully with chocolate ganache, buttercream frosting, or fresh berries.
  • Store any leftover cake tightly covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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