Chocolate Raspberry Cake: The Best Indulgent Delight for Any Occasion
A rich and delicious chocolate raspberry cake perfect for celebrating any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin).
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, layer with fresh raspberries between the cake layers.
Notes
- For a richer taste, consider adding a chocolate ganache topping.
- Use fresh raspberries for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chocolate Raspberry Cake, chocolate cake, raspberry dessert