This Sweet Plain Chocolate Cake is perfect when you want a simple, no-fuss dessert. It’s soft, moist, and full of chocolate flavor — great for tea-time, snacks, or as a base for frosting cakes.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup oil (or melted butter)
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
👉 Additional (important for best results):
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔹 Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease and line a round cake pan (20 cm / 8-inch).
🔹 Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, sift together:
- Flour
- Cocoa powder
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
Add sugar and mix well.
👉 Sifting removes lumps and makes the cake smoother.
🔹 Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, add:
- Eggs
- Oil (or melted butter)
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
Whisk until smooth.
🔹 Step 4: Combine Batter
Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
Mix gently until you get a smooth batter.
👉 Do NOT overmix — it can make the cake dense.
🔹 Step 5: Pour into Pan
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Tap lightly to remove air bubbles.
🔹 Step 6: Bake
Bake for 30–35 minutes.
👉 Avoid opening the oven early.
🔹 Step 7: Check Doneness
Insert a toothpick:
✔️ Comes out clean → ready
🔹 Step 8: Cool
Let the cake cool:
- 10–15 minutes in the pan
- Then transfer to a rack
🔹 Step 9: Serve
Slice and enjoy as is, or with:
- Powdered sugar
- Chocolate syrup
- Ice cream 🍨
🔥 Tips for Perfect Chocolate Cake
- Use good quality cocoa powder
- Don’t overbake → keeps it moist
- Use room temperature eggs
- Oil gives softer texture than butter
❓ FAQ
1. Why is my cake dry?
Overbaking or too little liquid.
2. Can I use butter instead of oil?
Yes, but oil makes it softer.
3. Can I make it eggless?
Yes, use yogurt or milk + vinegar.
4. How do I store it?
- Room temp: 2–3 days
- Fridge: up to 5 days
5. Can I frost this cake?
Absolutely! It’s a great base for frosting.
🍰 Final Thoughts
This Sweet Plain Chocolate Cake is simple, reliable, and delicious — perfect for beginners or anyone who loves classic chocolate flavor.