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Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together:
2 cups flour
1 3/4 cups sugar
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
Sifting ensures the ingredients mix evenly and removes lumps.
Add the wet ingredients:
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until the batter is smooth.
Slowly pour in 1 cup of boiling water, mixing carefully.
The batter will look thin—this is perfectly normal and ensures a moist cake.
