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Indulgent Chocolate Cake with caramel topin

Indulgent Chocolate Cake with caramel topin
50min Total Time
8 people Servings
Easy Difficulty
Budget Cost
410 kcal Calories

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Ingredients

8
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)

2

Grease and flour two round cake pans

3

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, soda, and salt

4

Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth

5

Stir in boiling water until well combined

6

Pour batter evenly into prepared pans

7

Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean

8

Cool in pans for 10 minutes then transfer to cooling rack

Pro Tips

Sift dry ingredients for fluffinessnLet cake cool completely before frostingnUse parchment paper for easier removal

Troubleshooting

Cake sinks in middle, check baking timenCrust too hard, adjust oven tempnCake too dry, reduce baking time next round

Recipe Variations

Add chocolate chips for extra indulgencenUse coffee instead of boiling waternSwirl in peanut butter before baking

Serving Suggestions

Serve with whipped creamnTop with fresh berriesnPair with vanilla ice cream

Nutrition Facts

410
Calories
6g
Protein
65g
Carbs
16g
Fat
2g
Fiber
30g
Sugar
300mg
Sodium
30mg
Cholesterol

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Overmixing leads to dense cakenIncorrect oven temperature affects risenNot greasing pans properly

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use whole wheat flour?

Yes, but it will alter texture.

How to make it gluten-free?

Substitute with gluten-free flour blend.

Can I bake it in a larger pan?

Yes, adjust baking time accordingly.

Is it possible to reduce sugar?

Yes, try cutting it by 1/4.

Can I add nuts?

Almonds or walnuts add great texture.

Reviews

Sofia
Mar 10, 2026
The fluffiest and richest chocolate cake ever!
Raj
Mar 9, 2026
Easy recipe and perfect for parties!
Maria
Mar 11, 2026
Moist and delicious, my family loves it.
Chen
Mar 19, 2026
Chocolate heaven in every bite!
Ahmed
Mar 6, 2026
Tasted great, but slightly too sweet.
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