Easy Chocolate Mud Cake Recipe

This easy chocolate mud cake recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dessert. It’s made with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, and it comes together in just a few minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

Frosting

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup milk

1. In a medium bowl, beat together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and milk and mix until combined.
3. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.

Tips

• Use a good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
• Don’t overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
• Let the cake cool completely before frosting. This will help the frosting set properly.

FAQ

• Q: Can use a different type of flour?
  A: Yes, you can use all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, or gluten-free flour. Just be sure to adjust the amount of liquid accordingly.
• Q: Can use a different type of oil?
  A: Yes, you can use any type of oil that you like. Just be sure to use a neutral-flavored oil, such as canola oil or vegetable oil.
• Q: Can use a different type of milk?
  A: Yes, you can use any type of milk that you like. Just be sure to use a milk that is at room temperature.
• Q: Can make this cake ahead of time?
  A: Yes, you can make this cake ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Q: Can freeze this cake?
  A: Yes, you can freeze this cake for up to 2 months.

Pros

• Easy to make
• Delicious
• Perfect for a quick and easy dessert

Tips

• Use a good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
• Don’t overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
• Let the cake cool completely before frosting. This will help