Wet Chocolate Cake Recipe

Ingredients
For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 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

For the Chocolate Sauce:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Cake Batter

1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat with a mixer on medium speed until the batter is smooth and well combined.
3. Gradually add the boiling water, mixing until the batter is thin and smooth.

Step 3: Bake the Cake

1. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
2. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool slightly in the pan.

Step 4: Prepare the Chocolate Sauce

1. In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream, sugar, and cocoa powder.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5: Assemble the Wet Chocolate Cake

1. While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over the surface using a skewer or fork.
2. Slowly pour the warm chocolate sauce over the cake, letting it seep into the holes.
3. Allow the cake to absorb the sauce completely before serving.

Tips for Success

• Boiling Water: Adding boiling water makes the batter thin, resulting in a moist and rich cake.
• Poke Holes Evenly: Ensure the sauce is absorbed evenly by poking enough holes across the cake.
• Make Ahead: This cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ultra Moist: The chocolate sauce keeps the cake irresistibly wet and gooey.
• Rich Flavor: Deep, intense chocolate taste with a soft, tender crumb.
• Simple to Make: Easy steps for a decadent dessert that impresses everyone.

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate indulgence! 🍫✨