Ingredients and Possible Replacements
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
Feel free to experiment with ingredient replacements to suit dietary preferences. Consider using alternatives like almond flour for a gluten-free option or coconut sugar for a refined sugar alternative.
Steps
Now, let’s break down the process into simple steps:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour the cake pans.
Whisk together dry ingredients in a large bowl.
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; beat until well combined.
Stir in boiling water; batter will be thin.
Divide batter into pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Top 4 Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Mistake 1: Overmixing the Batter
To avoid a dense cake, gently fold the ingredients together until just combined. Overmixing can result in a tough texture.
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