When people say “the most loved cake,” they usually mean classic chocolate cake—soft, rich, moist, and loved by kids and adults alike. This is a foolproof, step-by-step recipe that never disappoints.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
Cake Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1¾ cups sugar
- ¾ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water or hot coffee (makes it extra moist)
Simple Chocolate Frosting (Optional)
- ½ cup butter
- ⅔ cup cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla