Simple Chocolate Cake

American · Winter · 60 min · Serves 8 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

This chocolate cake is a breeze to make with just one bowl and a handful of ingredients. Perfect for a cozy winter evening, it'll satisfy your chocolate cravings without any fuss.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined and smooth.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.