Nothing screams celebration quite like a classic homemade chocolate birthday cake. The rich cocoa flavor, moist texture, and decadent frosting make it a must for any birthday gathering. Whether you’re baking for a loved one or treating yourself to a special treat, this Chocolate Birthday Cake recipe promises to be a hit. So, preheat your oven and get ready to create a delicious centerpiece for your next birthday bash!
Chocolate Birthday Cake
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
– 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup whole milk
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
– 1 cup boiling water
For the Chocolate Frosting:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 3 cups powdered sugar
– 1/3 cup whole milk
– 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
– A pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then set them aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
3. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
4. Stir in the boiling water to the cake batter. The batter will be thin but that’s what you want.
5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. While the cakes are cooling, make the chocolate frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the butter until smooth and creamy.
9. Add in the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix on low speed until the ingredients are combined. Increase the speed to medium-high and beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
10. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
11. Decorate the cake with sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries, if desired.
Enjoy your homemade Chocolate Birthday Cake as the perfect centerpiece for your celebration. This moist and decadent cake is sure to bring smiles to everyone’s faces. Happy baking!
