Decadent Milk Chocolate Cake Recipe

This milk chocolate cake recipe is a rich and moist dessert that chocolate lovers will adore. With its velvety texture and deep chocolate flavor, it’s perfect for celebrations or simply satisfying a sweet tooth.

The cake recipe is straightforward and can be made with common ingredients, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels.

Easy Milk Chocolate Cake Recipe

This milk chocolate cake features layers of soft chocolate sponge cake, complemented by a creamy milk chocolate frosting. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 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
1 cup milk chocolate chips for frosting
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup milk

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well combined.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth. Stir in boiling water until well combined (the batter will be thin).
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, mixing until smooth. Melt the milk chocolate chips and allow to cool slightly, then mix into the frosting until well combined.
Frost the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Serve: Slice and enjoy your delicious milk chocolate cake!