Delicious Chocolate Cake

Classic Chocolate Cake

A moist and delicious chocolate cake that's perfect for any celebration. This recipe is easy to follow and yields a beautiful, rich cake.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • • 1 teaspoon salt
  • • 2 large eggs
  • • 1 cup buttermilk
  • • 1 cup hot coffee
  • • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. 1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. 2.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. 3.Add eggs, buttermilk, coffee, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  4. 4.Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  5. 5.Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Pro Tip

The hot coffee enhances the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee. You can also use hot water if you prefer.