How to Bake a Chocolate Cake for a Birthday
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups white sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch round pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Add the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla, mix for 2 minutes on medium speed of mixer. Stir in the boiling water last. Batter will be thin.
- Pour evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cake tests done with a toothpick. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to cool completely.
Frosting
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and cocoa until smooth.
- Alternately add the confectioners' sugar and milk, beating to a spreading consistency. Beat in the vanilla.
- Frost the cooled cake.
Decorating
Decorate the cake with candles, sprinkles, and other decorations of your choice. You can also use a cake topper or a cake stand to make the cake look more festive.
Conclusion
Baking a chocolate cake for a birthday is a fun and easy way to make a special occasion even more special. With the right ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious cake that will be the highlight of the party.