EASY 6-INCH CHOCOLATE CAKE

YOU WILL NEED

– 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour – 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons (175g) granulated sugar – 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons (30g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder – 1/2 teaspoon baking soda – 1/2 teaspoon baking powder – 1/2 teaspoon salt – 1 large egg – 1/2 cup milk any percentage – 1/4 cup vegetable oil – 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract – 1/3 cup very hot water or coffee

STEP 1 

Whisk together dry ingredients. Add egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla and mix well. Add hot water or coffee and stir until combined. 

STEP 2

Transfer batter to cake pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.

STEP 3

Frost cake with chocolate cream cheese frosting. And top with sprinkles if desired. 

STEP 4

Slice and enjoy!

-READER REVIEW

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Wow, this cake was simply amazing! It is so moist and tasty and lasted for a few days. It was so easy to make and it’s now my favorite cake (recipe). ★★★★★

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