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A slice of moist chocolate cake on a white, ridged plate with a silver fork

Moist Chocolate Cake

Chef Bella
This Moist Chocolate Cake is rich, tender, and decadent, with a smooth, velvety texture and creamy frosting. Perfect for any occasion, it's a chocolate lover's dream.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans.
  • In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, then mix in the dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk.
  • Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin).
  • Pour batter into pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Frost with chocolate frosting and serve.