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The Ultimate Chocolate Cake Recipe

SABA
Jun 20, 2024
7 min read

Updated: Jun 16

Are you looking to satisfy your sweet tooth with a decadent dessert that will leave you craving more? Look no further than this simple and delicious chocolate cake recipe! Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and anyone lucky enough to enjoy a slice with you.

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.

Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined.

Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but that's normal!

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing them and transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Frost with your favorite icing or enjoy it plain!

Slice into this moist and chocolatey delight, and savor the rich flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy.

Tips for the Perfect Chocolate Cake:

For an extra indulgent treat, add chocolate chips to the batter.
Drizzle melted chocolate or caramel sauce over the top for an elegant finish.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.

There you have it! A foolproof recipe for a delectable chocolate cake that will be a hit at any gathering or simply as a treat for yourself. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to bake your way to chocolatey heaven!

What are you waiting for? Dive into the world of baking and whip up this scrumptious chocolate cake to indulge in a slice of pure bliss. Your taste buds will thank you, and you'll be the star baker among your friends and family. Treat yourself to a homemade delight that is sure to bring smiles and happiness with every bite!

1.Classic Eggless Chocolate Cake (Moist & Rich)

ingredients – pantry staples

Perfect with or without frosting

Ingredients:

Dry Ingredients:

1½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour

3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking soda

½ tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

1 cup (240ml) milk (dairy or plant-based)

1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice

¾ cup (150g) sugar

⅓ cup (80ml) oil (sunflower, canola, or coconut)

1 tsp vanilla extract

¼ cup (60ml) hot water or brewed coffee (optional to enhance chocolate flavor)

Instructions:

Preheat & Prep:

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease 7- or 8-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

Make Buttermilk Substitute:

In a bowl, combine milk and vinegar. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to curdle.

Mix Wet Ingredients:

Combine sugar, oil, and vanilla extract with the buttermilk. Whisk until smooth.

Sift Dry Ingredients:

In large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Mix:

Slowly add wet ingredients to dry. Mix just until smooth and no longer lumpy. Do not overmix.

Add Hot Water/Coffee:

Mix hot water or coffee into batter — this makes batter smooth and opens the cocoa.

Bake:

Pour batter into prepared pan. Gently tap to pop air bubbles.

Bake 30–35 minutes or until toothpick inserted is clean.

Cool:

Let cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool.

Optional Ganache Frosting:

Ingredients:

½ cup (120ml) heavy cream or coconut cream

100g dark chocolate (chopped)

Instructions:

Heat cream just until simmering.

Pour over chopped chocolate. Let stand 2–3 minutes.

Stir until smooth. Let cool slightly, then pour over cake.

2.Vegan Chocolate Avocado Cake (Healthy & Creamy)

Ingredients

Dry:

1½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour (healthier option spelt flour also used)

½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking soda

½ tsp baking powder

¼ tsp salt

Wet:

1 ripe medium avocado (mashed until very smooth, approx. ½ cup)

¾ cup (150g) coconut sugar or brown sugar

½ cup (120ml) almond milk (or oat/soy milk)

¼ cup (60ml) coconut oil (or neutral oil)

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

1 tsp vanilla extract

¼ cup (60ml) brewed coffee or hot water (optional, makes chocolate stronger)

Instructions

Preheat oven:

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch cake pan.

Mash the avocado:

Mash avocado in a bowl until smooth and creamy — no lumps!

Make vegan "buttermilk":

Mix almond milk and vinegar, and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Mix wet ingredients:

In a large bowl, mash avocado, sugar, oil, buttermilk, vanilla, and optional coffee.

Sift & mix dry ingredients:

In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Mix wet + dry

Slowly fold in the dry ingredients into the wet. Only mix until just combined — avoid overmixing.

Bake:

Pour into the cake pan. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted will be mostly clean.

Cool:

Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then fully on a wire rack.

Optional Chocolate Avocado Frosting:

Ingredients:

1 avocado, ripe

¼ cup cocoa powder

¼ cup maple syrup or agave

½ tsp vanilla

Pinch of salt

Instructions

Mix all the ingredients together in a food processor until creamy and smooth. Drizzle on cooled cake.

3."Moist Chocolate Zucchini Cake – You Won't Believe It's Packed With Veggies"

Ingredients:

Dry:

1½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour (or whole wheat pastry flour)

½ cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking soda

½ tsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

Wet:

1½ cups (about 2 small) grated zucchini (moisture carefully squeezed out)

¾ cup (150g) coconut sugar or brown sugar

½ cup (120ml) neutral oil (sunflower, avocado, or melted coconut)

½ cup (120ml) almond milk or any milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

Optional: ½ tsp cinnamon for warmth

Add-ins (optional but amazing):

½ cup (80g) dark chocolate chips or chunks

¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions:

Preheat oven:

Preheat to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch round or square pan.

Prep zucchini:

Grate zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture gently with a clean towel — should be damp, not dripping.

Mix wet ingredients:

Whisk sugar, oil, milk, vinegar, and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth.

Add zucchini:

Fold in grated zucchini and mix gently.

Sift and add dry ingredients:

Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt (and cinnamon if using). Mix only until combined — do not overmix.

Add chocolate chips/nuts (optional):

Gently fold them into the batter.

Bake:

Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.

Cool & serve:

Let cool in the pan 10–15 minutes, then move to a wire rack. Serve plain or with a light chocolate glaze.

Optional Easy Glaze:

Ingredients:

½ cup (60g) powdered sugar

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

1–2 tbsp almond milk

Instructions:

Whisk all together until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cake.

4.No-Bake Chocolate Biscuit Cake (Quick & Crunchy)

Ingredients:

200g (about 7 oz) digestive biscuits or Marie biscuits (or graham crackers), crushed into pieces

1 cup (170g) chopped dark chocolate

½ cup (120ml) full-fat milk or plant milk

⅓ cup (80g) butter or coconut oil

¼ cup (60g) sugar (adjust as needed)

1 tbsp cocoa powder

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Optional Add-ins:

¼ cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, pistachios)

¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries

2 tbsp desiccated coconut

Instructions

Prepare the pan:

Line a loaf tin or 6-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Break the biscuits:

Roughly break the biscuits into bite-sized pieces. Don’t crush too fine — you want chunks for crunch!

Make chocolate mixture:

In a saucepan, combine chocolate, butter, sugar, milk, cocoa powder, and salt. Heat over low flame, stirring continuously until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.