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Amazing Moist Two Layer Chocolate Cake

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A rich and moist chocolate cake with a tender crumb, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/3 cup milk (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  4. Slowly stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For frosting, cream the butter, then gradually add cocoa powder and powdered sugar, alternating with milk until smooth.
  9. Frost the cooled cakes with the chocolate frosting and stack them to form layers.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for about a week.

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