Decadent Chocolate Cake with Fluffy White Icing



Imagine cutting into a rich, moist chocolate cake. The deep, dark cake is covered with smooth, creamy white icing that looks beautiful against the chocolate. Each bite is a perfect mix of sweet and delicious flavors. The chocolate and icing blend together wonderfully, making each taste a delight. This cake isn't just a treat, it's a special experience that brings joy and comfort with every bite.


Ingredients


**For the Cake: **

- 1 ¾ cups flour
- 1 ¾ cups sugar
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil

- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water


**For the Icing: **

- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, at room temperature

- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract


 Instructions


**For the Cake: **


1. **Preheat Oven: **
   - Turn oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans or one 9x13-inch pan.


2. **Mix Dry Ingredients: **
   - Mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a big bowl.

3. **Add Wet Ingredients: **
   - Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

4. **Add Boiling Water: **
   - Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour into pans.

5. **Bake: **
   - Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on a rack.

**For the Icing: **


1. **Beat Butter: **
   - In a big bowl, beat butter until creamy.


2. **Add Sugar and Milk: **
   - Slowly add powdered sugar, mixing well each time. Add milk and vanilla and beat until fluffy.

3. **Adjust Consistency: **
   - If the icing is too thick, add more milk. If it is too thin, add more powdered sugar.


**Assemble the Cake: **


1. **Level Cakes: **
   - If needed, trim the tops of the cakes to make them flat.

2. **Frost the Cake: **
   - Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread icing on top. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides.

3. **Decorate: **
   - Add sprinkles or other decorations if you like.

4. **Serve: **
   - Slice and enjoy!

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