If you’re looking for a chocolate cake recipe that skips coffee and buttermilk but still delivers rich, chocolatey goodness, you’re in the right place. This recipe is simple, delicious, and perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy family dessert.
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour: The foundation of the cake.
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar: Adds sweetness.
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder: Provides intense chocolate flavor.
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder: Helps the cake rise.
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda: Ensures a light, fluffy texture.
- 1 teaspoon salt: Enhances the chocolate taste.
- 2 large eggs: Bind the ingredients together.
- 1 cup whole milk: Adds moisture and richness.
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil: Keeps the cake moist without using butter.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract: Adds a delightful aroma and flavor.
- 1 cup boiling water: Enhances the chocolate flavor without coffee.
Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Preheat Your Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them with butter or oil and dusting them with flour to prevent the cake from sticking. In a large mixing bowl, blend together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir in Boiling Water: Carefully mix in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
- Bake: the cakes by pouring the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Place them in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Afterward, carefully remove them from the pans and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
Directions:
- Prep: Preheat oven and prepare pans.
- Combine: Mix dry ingredients, then add wet ingredients.
- Incorporate: Stir in boiling water to thin batter.
- Bake: Divide batter into pans and bake until done.
- Cool: Let cakes cool before frosting.
Nutrition Facts:
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of cake)
- Calories: Approximately 280
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 320mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 42g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 26g
- Protein: 5g
Reviews:
“This chocolate cake was amazing! So moist and chocolatey without the taste of coffee.”
- Sarah, 5 stars
Community Tips and Praise:
- Here’s a tip: “I substituted almond milk for whole milk, and the cake turned out equally delicious.”
- Praise: “This recipe saved my daughter’s birthday party! Everyone loved it.”
Enjoy baking this delightful chocolate cake without coffee or buttermilk. It’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Stay tuned for more easy and delicious recipes on our blog!
