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Moist & Fudgy Chocolate Cake

Indulge in Moist & Fudgy Chocolate Cake That Melts in Your Mouth

This Moist & Fudgy Chocolate Cake melts in your mouth, perfect for any occasion and full of deep chocolate flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1.75 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with cake flour for a fluffier texture.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Don't reduce the amount as it affects texture.
  • 0.75 cups Cocoa Powder Choose between Dutch-processed or natural unsweetened based on your preference.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Soda Enhances the cake’s texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cups Whole Milk Can swap with low-fat milk.
  • 0.5 cups Vegetable Oil Melted butter is a suitable substitute.
  • 0.33 cups Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a great substitute.
  • 2 Large Eggs Acts as a binding agent.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Elevates the flavors.
  • 1 cups Hot Coffee Boiling water can be substituted.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch cake pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and prepare a 9x13 inch cake pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add milk, vegetable oil, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
  4. Gradually pour in hot coffee, mixing gently until the batter is thin and smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, checking for doneness.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then lift it out using the parchment paper and cool fully on a rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Measure flour accurately to avoid a dense cake. Line the baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

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