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Wegmans Ultimate Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the richness and decadence of this moist and chocolatey cake—a dessert that will delight chocolate lovers of all ages.
Equipment
- Two 9-inch round cake pans
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Stir in the boiling water until the batter becomes thin. Don't worry; this will contribute to the cake's moistness.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and tap them gently on the countertop to remove any air bubbles.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, frost the cakes with your preferred frosting or ganache, and decorate as desired.
- Slice, serve, and indulge in the heavenly flavors of the Wegmans Ultimate Chocolate Cake.
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Notes
Recipe Notes:
- Bring eggs, milk, and vegetable oil to room temperature before using for smoother batter consistency.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting for better adherence.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Customize the cake by adding fillings like fruit preserves, Nutella, or peanut butter between the layers.
- To personalize the presentation, garnish the cake with powdered sugar, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
- Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly in plastic wrap for future enjoyment.
- Consider using Dutch-processed cocoa powder or milk alternatives for unique variations of the recipe.
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