This Moist and Delicious Chocolate Cake is soft, fudgy, and bursting with deep cocoa flavor. Perfect for birthdays or cozy celebrations.

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 ¾ cups granulated sugar

3 large eggs, room temperature

2 cups all-purpose flour

¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 cup whole milk

1 cup boiling water

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

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1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease pans.

2. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.

3. Add eggs and vanilla, beat well.

4. Mix dry ingredients.

5. Alternate adding milk and dry mix.

6. Pour in boiling water, stir gently.

7. Bake 30–35 minutes, cool before frosting.

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and do not overbake. Add espresso powder for a deeper flavor.