Homemade Moist Chocolate Cake
This homemade moist chocolate cake is the only recipe you’ll ever need for a rich, decadent dessert that melts in your mouth. Made with simple pantry staples, full-fat yogurt for creaminess, and a splash of hot coffee to deepen the chocolate flavor—this cake is indulgent, soft, and utterly satisfying. Whether you’re baking for a birthday, a cozy weekend treat, or just because you love chocolate, this cake delivers every time!!!
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Equipment
- 1 Spatula
- Measuring spoons and cup
- 2 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Small Bowl
- Whisk
- 2 Round cake pans
Ingredients
- 3 Eggs
- 1 cup Sugar
- 2 1/2 cups Flour
- 1 cup Cocoa Powder
- 1 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp. Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Milk
- 3/4 cups Vegetable Oil
- 1/4 cups Yogurt
- 1 cup Hot coffee
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F
- Grease your cake pans and add parchment paper
- Gather all your ingredients, measure everything then set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, yogurt, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined
- Slowly pour in the hot coffee and stir until your batter is smooth and slightly thin. This step enhances the chocolate flavor and gives the cake its irresistible moistness.
- Divide the batter evenly between your pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
- Serve and enjoy!
Calories: 450kcal