This Classic Chocolate Cake is rich, moist, and indulgent—everything you want in a timeless chocolate dessert. With deep cocoa flavor, a tender crumb, and optional creamy filling or frosting, it’s perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any day that needs chocolate.
Ingredients
For the cake:
2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) hot water or hot coffee
Optional filling/frosting:
2 cups heavy cream, whipped (for filling)
1 1/2 cups chocolate ganache or buttercream (for frosting)
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