Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate frosting (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Create a well in the center and add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and tap gently to remove air bubbles.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg