If you’re dreaming of a homemade chocolate cake that’s rich in flavor and simple to bake, this recipe is your answer. No complicated steps — just pure chocolate satisfaction in under an hour.
🧾 Ingredients List:
| What You Need | Amount |
| Flour (all-purpose) | 1¾ cups |
| Cocoa powder (unsweetened) | ¾ cup |
| Sugar (granulated) | 2 cups |
| Baking powder | 1½ teaspoons |
| Baking soda | ½ teaspoon |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Buttermilk | 1 cup |
| Oil (vegetable) | ½ cup |
| Vanilla extract | 2 teaspoons |
| Hot water | 1 cup |
👩🍳 Baking Instructions:
- Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two round pans by greasing them lightly.
- Mix the dry items in one bowl: flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Crack in the eggs, pour in buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Stir until blended.
- Slowly add hot water and mix gently. The batter will be runny — that’s perfect.
- Split the mix into pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
- Once done, allow to cool before frosting or slicing.
🍴 Quick Tips:
- Want extra richness? Use brewed coffee instead of plain hot water.
- Store leftovers in a cool place — or eat them warm with ice cream!