Are you ready to embark on a delightful journey into the world of homemade chocolate goodness? Get ready to satisfy your sweet cravings with this simple and scrumptious chocolate cake recipe. No need to be a baking expert – this one’s perfect for everyone!

Ingredients:
For the Cake:

  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 and 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

For the Chocolate Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:
For the Cake:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
  4. Reduce mixer speed to low and carefully mix in boiling water. The batter will be thin, but that’s okay.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Chocolate Frosting:

  1. In a medium bowl, sift cocoa powder to remove any lumps.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat softened butter until creamy.
  3. Gradually add sifted cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and well combined.

Assembly:

  1. Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate.
  2. Spread a layer of chocolate frosting on top of the cake layer.
  3. Place the second cake layer on top.
  4. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining chocolate frosting.
  5. Decorate with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or other toppings if desired.

Slice and savor the joy of your delicious homemade Chocolate Cake! Don’t forget to share the love and the recipe with your friends. Enjoy every delightful bite!

onus Recipe: Wild Blueberry Loaf Cake

Wild Blueberry Loaf Cake

Are you craving a delicious and moist cake? Look no further than this irresistible Wild Blueberry Loaf Cake recipe! Bursting with the flavors of wild blueberries and a touch of cinnamon, this cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. And the best part? It’s easy to make!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of wild blueberries, dusted with flour and set aside
  • 1 cup and 1/4 of flour
  • 1 tsp of cinnamon
  • 1 tsp of vanilla powder
  • 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • 2 very ripe bananas (soft ones work best)
  • 1 cup of coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup of melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp of baking soda
  • 2 tsp of baking powder

Preparation

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients and mix them well.
  3. In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients together.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  5. Gently fold in the dusted wild blueberries.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the center is fully cooked.
  8. To prevent the top from browning too much, you can loosely cover the loaf pan with aluminum foil for the last ten minutes of baking.

Blueberry Frosting

  1. Boil one cup of wild blueberries until they become soft. Then, strain the mixture through a mesh to obtain 1/2 cup of liquid.
  2. Take one or two cans of chilled coconut milk from the fridge and scoop out the cream.
  3. Blend the coconut cream with 1/2 cup of icing sugar and pour in the blueberry liquid.
  4. Whip the mixture for about 4 minutes until it becomes fluffy.
  5. Once the loaf cake is fully cooled, spread the blueberry frosting on top.

Now, take a moment to imagine the delectable aroma of blueberries and cinnamon filling your kitchen as this tantalizing cake bakes to perfection. It’s time to treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of heaven with this moist and flavorful Wild Blueberry Loaf Cake. Enjoy!