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How to Bake a Chocolate Cake

Baking a chocolate cake is easy and fun!

With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can make a delicious cake for your friends and family. Follow this recipe to learn how to bake a basic chocolate cake.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (200g) of sugar
  • 1 cup (125g) of flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) of cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) of milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) of vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) of boiling water

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan
    First, preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Next, take a round or square baking pan and grease it lightly with butter or oil. Then, sprinkle some flour inside the pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
    In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Use a whisk or a spoon to blend all the ingredients evenly.
  3. Add the Wet Ingredients
    Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the bowl with the dry ingredients. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to mix everything together until the batter is smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the Boiling Water
    Slowly pour in the cup of boiling water. Be careful, as the water is very hot! The batter will become thin, but that is normal. Keep mixing until everything is well combined.
  5. Bake the Cake
    Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Put the pan in the oven and bake the cake for about 30 to 35 minutes. To check if the cake is ready, insert a toothpick into the center. If the toothpick comes out clean, the cake is done.
  6. Cool and Serve
    Take the cake out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, remove the cake from the pan and place it on a plate. Let it cool completely before adding any frosting or cutting it into slices.

Optional: Add Frosting or Decoration

If you want to make your cake extra special, you can add chocolate frosting or sprinkle some powdered sugar on top. You can also decorate it with fruits, nuts, or candy.

Now you know how to bake a simple chocolate cake! It’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just for a sweet treat at home. Enjoy your delicious homemade cake!