Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe

Instructions

1. Prepare the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
• Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.

2. Melt the Chocolate

• Melt the dark chocolate using a microwave or double boiler.
• Let it cool slightly.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients

• In a large bowl, whisk:
  • eggs
  • sugar
  • oil
  • vegetable oil
  • milk
  • vanilla extract
• Add the melted chocolate and mix well.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients

• In another bowl, sift together:
  • cocoa powder
  • baking powder
  • baking soda
  • salt

5. Make the Batter

• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
• Pour in the hot water slowly while mixing.
• The batter will be thin — that’s normal and helps make the cake moist.

6. Bake

• Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
• Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Cool

• Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
• Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Optional Chocolate Ganache

Ingredients

• 100 g dark chocolate
• ½ cup heavy cream

Method

1. Heat the cream until hot (not boiling).
2. Pour over chopped chocolate.
3. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
4. Pour over the cooled cake.

Serving Tips

• Top with chocolate chips or sprinkles.
• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or coffee.
• Store covered for up to 3 days at room temperature.