One Bowl Chocolate Cake is a simple, quick, and easy-to-make chocolate cake recipe that requires minimal cleanup. As the name suggests, all the ingredients are mixed in a single bowl, making the preparation process straightforward and reducing the amount of washing up required afterward. Despite its simplicity, it yields a rich, moist, and flavorful chocolate cake.

One Bowl Chocolate Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the Cake:
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
• For the Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup (55g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 cups (375g) powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans or one 9×13-inch pan.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the Wet Ingredients:
   • Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
4. Incorporate the Boiling Water:
   • Stir in the boiling water (the batter will be thin). Mix until smooth and well blended.
5. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes for the round pans or 35-40 minutes for the 9×13-inch pan, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Prepare the Frosting:
   • In a medium bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
   • Add the cocoa powder and mix until combined.
   • Gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, beating to a spreading consistency.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract.
7. Frost the Cake:
   • Once the cake layers are completely cool, frost the top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.

Enjoy your delicious One Bowl Chocolate Cake!

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