Classic Chocolate Cake

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🍫 Classic Chocolate Cake (Potluck Favorite!)

Introduction

The first time I tasted this chocolate cake was at a cozy potluck, brought by a friend who casually placed it on the table like it was no big deal. One bite later, I knew I needed the recipe. Deep, rich, perfectly chocolatey — the kind of dessert that makes everyone ask, “Who made this?”
This is my version of that unforgettable cake — simple, timeless, and overflowing with classic chocolate flavor. Nothing fancy, just pure chocolate love.

A Little History of Classic Chocolate Cake

Chocolate cakes became popular in the late 19th century when cocoa powder became widely available. Before that, chocolate was mostly used as a drink. Over time, bakers perfected the balance of cocoa, sugar, and fat, creating the moist, tender cakes we know today.
This recipe honors that tradition — no trends, no shortcuts — just the old-school chocolate cake people have loved for generations.

Ingredients 🧺

For the Cake

  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot coffee (or hot water for milder flavor)

For the Classic Chocolate Frosting

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3½ cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼–½ cup heavy cream or milk

Preparation Method 🧁

Step 1: Prep

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans (or one 9×13 pan)

Step 2: Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together:

  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Cocoa powder
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Salt

Step 3: Wet Ingredients

Add:

  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Oil
  • Vanilla

Mix until smooth.

Step 4: The Chocolate Boost

Slowly pour in the hot coffee, mixing gently. The batter will be thin — that’s the secret to a moist cake!

Step 5: Bake

  • Pour batter evenly into pans
  • Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean
  • Cool completely before frosting

Frosting Method 🍰

  1. Beat butter until creamy
  2. Add cocoa powder and powdered sugar gradually
  3. Mix in vanilla and salt
  4. Slowly add cream until fluffy and spreadable

Formation & Assembly

  • Place one cake layer on a plate
  • Spread a generous layer of frosting
  • Add second layer
  • Frost the top and sides
  • Swirl frosting for that homemade, classic look

Serving Methods 🍽️

  • Serve plain for pure chocolate lovers
  • Pair with vanilla ice cream
  • Add fresh berries for contrast
  • Enjoy with coffee or cold milk

Chocolate Cake Lovers ❤️

This cake is for:

  • Chocolate purists
  • Potluck heroes
  • Birthday celebrators
  • Midnight snackers
  • Anyone who believes chocolate fixes everything

It’s the kind of cake people remember — and request again.

Why Everyone Loves This Recipe

  • Deep chocolate flavor
  • Super moist texture
  • Simple pantry ingredients
  • Perfect for sharing
  • Never goes out of style

Conclusion

This classic chocolate cake proves that you don’t need complicated techniques to create something unforgettable. It’s rich, comforting, and made to be shared — just like the first slice that inspired it.
Once you make it, don’t be surprised if you become the friend everyone waits for at the potluck 🍫✨

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