This recipe yields a rich and moist chocolate cake perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add boiling water: Slowly pour the boiling water into the batter, stirring constantly. The batter will become thin.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips & Variations:
- For a richer flavor: Use high-quality cocoa powder.
- For a fudgier cake: Increase the amount of cocoa powder by 1/4 cup.
- For a glaze: Combine powdered sugar with a little milk or water to form a smooth glaze. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
- For a ganache topping: Melt chocolate chips with heavy cream and pour over the cooled cake.
Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Bundt Cake!