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Easy Homemade Thunder Cake Recipe

Easy Homemade Thunder Cake Recipe

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Bake a moist, rich chocolate treat with this Easy Homemade Thunder Cake Recipe. It is perfect for rainy days and family gatherings. Start baking now!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 0.75 cups cocoa powder
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1.5 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease and flour two round cake pans.
  • Whisk dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla.
  • Beat well for two minutes.
  • Stir in boiling water by hand.
  • Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Cool completely before frosting.

Notes

Add boiling water at the end to bloom the cocoa for better flavor.
Keyword Baking, chocolate cake, dessert, easy recipe, thunder cake