Introduction

This is a wonderful and delicious cake that is very easy and fast to make. It will satisfy all those dark chocolate lovers with its irresistible taste and chocolate fragrance. Do give it a try as it is rather popular with all the cake lovers.

Preparation Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 1 Hour 20 Minutes
Serving: 12 person

Ingredients

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 1/4 cups white sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 or 1 bar of melted dark chocolate based on personal preference

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 3 round 9-inch round cake pans. In medium bowl, pour boiling water over cocoa, and whisk until smooth. Let mixture cool. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. Add the flour mixture alternately with the cocoa mixture. Spread batter evenly between the 3 prepared pans.
3. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool.

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