Moist Chocolate Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Fudge Frosting:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/3 cup milk (whole milk or heavy cream)
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.
4. Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, stirring until smooth. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before frosting.

2. Make the Fudge Frosting:

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the cocoa powder until smooth.
2. Remove from heat and whisk in the milk and vanilla extract.
3. Gradually add the powdered sugar, whisking until the frosting is smooth and glossy.
4. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake. Let it set for a few minutes before slicing.

This cake is perfect for any chocolate lover and works well for celebrations or as an everyday treat. Let me know if you’d like alternative frosting ideas or variations!