Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 package chocolate pudding mix (optional)
Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including preparation and baking time)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the white and brown sugars with the vegetable oil. Add the eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the boiling water and chocolate pudding mix (if using).
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)
Calories: 500-600 (depending on the exact ingredients used)
Fat: 25-30g
Carbohydrates: 70-80g
Protein: 5-7g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey flavor
- Soft and moist texture
- Suitable for chocolate lovers
- Easy to make with readily available ingredients
User Comments:
- "This chocolate cake is amazing! The texture is so moist and the chocolate flavor is rich and delicious."
- "I added the chocolate pudding mix, which gave the cake an extra chocolatey taste. My kids loved it!"
- "This is a great recipe for a weekend baking session with family. It's not too difficult but still impressive."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use boiling water for the best results.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake.
- Use a good quality cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.
- For extra moisture, consider adding a few tablespoons of milk or cream to the batter.
