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Easy Chocolate Cake From Scratch (Under 1 Hour!)

Published: Mar 17, 2023 · Modified: Aug 28, 2024 by Zoha · This post may contain affiliate links · 316 Comments

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This is it: you have found THE recipe for an easy chocolate cake from scratch that comes together in under an hour, requires no fancy ingredients or equipment, and is incredibly moist, chocolatey, soft, and scrumptious!

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Slice of chocolate cake with shiny ganache on it with the rest of the cake in the background
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  • THE STORY BEHIND THIS EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE
  • THE INGREDIENTS USED IN THIS CAKE
  • HOW TO MAKE THIS EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE FROM SCRATCH
  • HOW TO AMP UP THIS EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE
  • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • RELATED RECIPES
  • EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE FROM SCRATCH RECIPE

THE STORY BEHIND THIS EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE

It all started with my Chocolate Malt Cake, which is the single best chocolate cake I've ever made or eaten. That recipe went mega viral, and hundreds of people recreated and loved it just as much as I do. However, I also kept getting hundreds of messages from people who couldn't get their hands on Ovaltine, sour cream or cream cheese, and wanted to know how the cake could be simplified.

So I began the process of creating a simpler version of that chocolate cake which used the most basic ingredients but was as close in texture and flavor as possible. When I finally got the recipe right, it was mind blowing! This cake is SO incredible, soft, and unbelievably easy to make.

This recipe has already been tried my many, and here are just a few of the amazing reviews I have received:

Beautiful recipe! Made the cake and it was a hit with the family, super moist and delicious!

@minibakesbyrabs

We tried this yesterday and it came out AMAZING!! It's exactly like a Layers Bakeshop chocolate cake that I absolutely love. This is definitely going on our Eid dessert menu!

@mehr.een

Made this today... oh my God! Delicious.. thank you for the recipe of a perfect quick one bowl cake!

@lubna_ke

Check out this video to see how moist and soft the cake is!

@bakewithzoha

Replying to @lwandle_mdletshe this cake is EVERYTHING #chocolatecake #easychocolatecake #chocolatecakerecipe

♬ оригинальный звук - viktoria_legkova_

THE INGREDIENTS USED IN THIS CAKE

This cake uses no-fuss ingredients you already have in your pantry:

  • All purpose flour - no explanation needed! Just make sure you fluff up the flour before measuring it so you don't add excess
  • Granulated white sugar - you can also substitute caster sugar
  • Baking powder and baking soda - a combination of the two raising agents leads to the lightest, fluffiest texture
  • Salt - a small amount to balance the sweetness
  • Egg - ideally, use a room temperature egg, but it won't make a big difference since this is an oil based cake
  • Vegetable oil - I love to use oil in my chocolate cakes as they turn out a lot more moist than butter based cakes. You can use any neutral tasting oil, like canola or Avocado (love this one)
  • Buttermilk - if you have buttermilk, great! If you don't, don't worry. I always make my own buttermilk by simply mixing whole milk with white vinegar or lemon juice
  • Boiling water - this *blooms* the cocoa powder, enhancing its chocolatey flavor
  • Instant coffee - a small amount amplifies the chocolate flavor. If you don't have it, skip it!
  • Cocoa powder - you can use any 100% unsweetened cocoa powder, like Hershey's, or you can use dutch processed cocoa powder, like Valrhona!

And then I cover the cake in a simple ganache, using heavy cream and chocolate. But, to be honest, the cake is great even without the ganache!

HOW TO MAKE THIS EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE FROM SCRATCH

Let's talk through the very simple process of making this chocolate cake. I have also made a detailed video you guys can watch below!

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1. Mix the dry ingredients except the cocoa powder

This is a no-fuss one bowl recipe. Simply mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl. Sift the ingredients to make sure there are no lumps, and use a hand whisk to combine them.

2. Add the wet ingredients except the water

Now break in an egg, and pour in the oil and buttermilk. If you want to be on the safer side, you can whisk these ingredients in a separate bowl and pour them in, but I always add them directly and have never had an issue. Use a hand whisk to gently mix until everything comes together and no visible streaks of flour remain.

3. Bloom the cocoa powder

If you wanted, you could have added the cocoa powder in step 1, and the water in step 2. But I like to add the boiling water to cocoa powder and instant coffee separately, as this helps "bloom" the cocoa powder. It sounds fancy, but it basically just means activating the cocoa powder. As you do this, you will notice the cocoa powder becomes more chocolatey in color and gives off a rich, beautiful aroma.

4. Bring it all together

Now add the cocoa powder mix to the rest of the batter, and gently fold to combine. As always, don't over mix, as you don't want to develop too much gluten.

5. Bake!

I like to bake this cake in a 9" round cake pan, like this one. It makes a medium-height cake, but using a larger pan like this helps ensure the cake bakes quickly (20-25 minutes), and rises more evenly.

6. Cover with ganache

This is optional, but not really 😉 Ganache is the easiest frosting to make for chocolate cakes, and adds just that extra yumminess. Just pour boiling cream over chopped chocolate, wait 5 minutes, and then mix. You can use any plain chocolate you like the flavor of! I like to use a milk chocolate like this one as the cake itself is quite rich.

Single layer of chocolate cake on a marble serving stand
Round chocolate cake on a marble serving stand with a shiny chocolate ganache on the top dripping from the sides

HOW TO AMP UP THIS EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE

This is an incredibly versatile recipe, as you can use this chocolate cake as a base for any kind of cake you want. For example:

  • Double the quantities and turn it into a 9x13" sheet pan
  • Double the quantities, bake in two 9" pans, and make a layered chocolate cake
  • Swap the ganache for a chocolate buttercream or chocolate cream cheese frosting so you can pipe patterns and make a prettier cake
  • ... and many more!

If adjusting the quantities and pan size, just make sure to also adjust the baking time and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How can I make buttermilk myself?

It's very easy. Simply add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar for every 1 cup of whole milk, and mix. Since this recipe needs only ½ cup buttermilk, add ½ tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice to ½ cup milk.

How to tell when the cake is done baking?

The cake is done baking when it visually looks set, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs attached (instead of wet batter).

Why is my cake dense or tough?

A few things can cause cakes to become dense or tough:
- You could have added too much flour. Make sure you fluff up the flour before measuring, or use a weighing scale
- Your baking powder or soda could be stale
- You overmixed the batter, causing the flour to develop too much gluten

How should I store this chocolate cake?

You can keep the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week! If needed, it can also be frozen and will keep well for several months.

What can I replace the egg with in this cake recipe?

Although I am not experienced in eggless baking, you can make a flax-seed egg (1 tablespoon flax seed powder + 3 tablespoon water) and use that in place of the egg.

What kind of cream is used for chocolate ganache?

Any heavy cream will do! Meaning liquid cream, not whipped cream.

How long do I need to wait before pouring the ganache on the cake?

Try to let your cake cool for ~15 minutes after coming out of the oven, and let your ganache sit for 5-10 minutes to slightly cool down before pouring it over your cake. If you want, you can cool your ganache more to make it thicker and control the spread more.

Slice of chocolate cake with chocolate ganache in a plate, with the rest of the cake in the background
Slice of rich and moist chocolate cake with ganache on a plate, with a fork taking a bite out of it

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EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE FROM SCRATCH RECIPE


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  • Author: Zoha
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8
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An easy, super moist chocolate cake you can make from scratch in under an hour!


Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 cup all purpose flour (130g)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (165g)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil (65g)
  • *½ cup buttermilk (120g) -- use ½ cup milk + ½ tablespoon vinegar to make your own
  • 1 tsp instant coffee (can be reduced to ½)
  • ¼ cup boiling water (60g)
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder (25g) 

Ganache:

  • ¼ cup cream (60g)
  • 75g chocolate of choice (I used milk chocolate)

Instructions

Cake

  • Pre-heat your oven to 350F (conventional) and prepare a 9" cake pan with parchment paper and butter / oil
  • If making your own buttermilk, mix ½ cup milk with ½ tablespoon vinegar, stir, and set aside
  • Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Sift the ingredients to make sure there are no lumps
  • Break in the egg, and add the vegetable oil and buttermilk. Use a whisk to gently mix until the ingredients come together
  • In a smaller bowl, mix boiling water with cocoa powder and instant coffee, and whisk until you get a shiny mix. This step blooms the cocoa powder and brings out its lovely chocolatey notes
  • Add the bloomed cocoa powder mix to the cake batter, and gently fold until combined
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan
  • Bake at 350F for about ~20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached
  • Wait 10 minutes and then turn out the cake onto a wire rack

Ganache:

  • Bring the cream to a boil, and pour over the chopped chocolate. Cover and rest for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt, then mix until you get a shiny ganache. Rest for another 5 minutes so the ganache thickens slightly
  • Pour the ganache over your cake, and you're ready to dive in!

Notes

  • You can make your own buttermilk by mixing ½ cup whole milk with ½ tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice. It will look clumpy, don't worry
  • Make sure you don't over mix the batter, as that will make it tough
  • You can also bake this cake in a 8x8" or 9x9" square pan. If you want to make a 9x13" sheet cake, double the quantity and adjust the time as needed
  • Prep Time: 35 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Desserts
  • Cuisine: American

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  1. ibakethings says

    March 18, 2023 at 4:09 am

    one of my favorite cakes. very light - perfect for when you're craving something chocolaty but don't want to over indulge.

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 18, 2023 at 4:41 am

      So happy to hear you enjoyed it! 🙂

      Reply
      • Renee says

        February 22, 2025 at 3:03 pm

        Absolutely delicious and so easy to make!! I’m so happy I came across this recipe. Definitely will keep for the future.

        Reply
      • Sarah Jayne Love says

        March 07, 2025 at 7:49 am

        I've made this twice now and it is truly supreme. I added a dark chocolate bar to the batter both times to bump up the decadence and WOW. Topped with fresh strawberries and toasted chopped peanuts for a crunch?! Insane.
        Thank you for this wonderful recipe!

        Reply
      • Vi215 says

        April 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm

        nut ass bitch I'm a fuck you n ya fagit ip

        Reply
        • Sol says

          May 14, 2025 at 11:27 pm

          stalker vibes much? at least take me on a date first, sheesh.

          Reply
      • Julie A. Neutzman says

        May 25, 2025 at 4:47 pm

        Amazing chocolate cake Zoha!

        Reply
        • Zoha says

          May 27, 2025 at 8:18 pm

          Thank you Julie!

          Reply
    • Malieka says

      July 09, 2024 at 8:41 am

      Can I replace cocoa powder with some more coffee?

      Reply
      • Zoha says

        July 10, 2024 at 12:23 pm

        Oh no - you can't make that swap!

        Reply
      • Natalie says

        August 15, 2024 at 2:17 pm

        This is a **chocolate** cake recipe. If you feel the need to replace the cocoa powder, find a recipe for vanilla cake, bc you can't make a significant change like that and end up with an edible result.
        This question makes no sense, tbh. Honestly, why bother without the cocoa powder?

        Reply
        • Khushboo says

          February 01, 2025 at 7:16 pm

          I’d been craving chocolate cake all week and decided to try this recipe since it’s super straightforward and I happened to have all the ingredients. Let me tell you - this is the first time I’ve ever baked something from scratch and it tasted absolutely delicious. Amazing recipe. Love love love it bc it wasn’t time consuming which helped with a toddler hanging on my leg the entire time! My family said it’s the best chocolate cake they’ve ever had. I didn’t have baking soda so I subbed for extra baking powder and it didn’t make a difference. Thanks, Zoha!! Can’t wait to try some of your other recipes.

          Reply
        • Kris says

          February 11, 2025 at 6:09 pm

          Awesome recipe! Deliciously chocolatey and not too sweet! Loved it.

          Reply
        • Gohar says

          April 10, 2025 at 5:25 am

          maybe he/she want to make a cake which tastes like coffee.

          Reply
          • Maria Nuñez. says

            May 09, 2025 at 2:28 am

            My favorite, definitely. I've made it many times. I love how easy it is to prepare, and it's my son's favorite. I fell in love with it the moment I read the recipe. I love the favor, texture and the softness. Wow! Forever. I love your recipes. Congratulations on everything!

        • Vi215 says

          April 10, 2025 at 2:01 pm

          nasty whore!! go get ya daldo check

          Reply
      • Alba says

        April 27, 2025 at 3:35 am

        Made this cake for an impromptu family visit and it was an amazing hit. Will be making this again and again!☺️

        Reply
        • Zoha says

          May 07, 2025 at 5:36 pm

          Thank you so much, Alba!!

          Reply
      • Maria Nuñez. says

        May 09, 2025 at 2:30 am

        My favorite, definitely. I've made it many times. I love how easy it is to prepare, and it's my son's favorite. I fell in love with it the moment I read the recipe. I love the flavor, texture and the softness. Wow! Forever. I love your recipes. Congratulations on everything!

        Reply
        • Zoha says

          May 09, 2025 at 5:56 pm

          Aww, thank you so much Maria 🙂

          Reply
    • Rida says

      February 01, 2025 at 7:02 pm

      best n easiest chocolate cake recipe I've ever tried and remained permanent. quick solutions to cravings. loved it♥️
      For invention, i tried replacing flour with oats and it turned wow.

      Reply
    • Namra Ahmad says

      May 09, 2025 at 2:13 am

      I made this several times. It comes out so moist and yummy that everyone around me wants this everyday. 😂
      Can’t wait to try other recipes of yours ♥️
      Thanks for sharing the yummiest recipe’s with us. Stay blessed and happy forever 🥰💕

      Reply
      • Zoha says

        May 09, 2025 at 5:56 pm

        Thank you for trusting my recipe! Means the world to me

        Reply
    • Celeste Dsouza says

      May 09, 2025 at 4:34 am

      This was literally sooo super easy to make and tasted AMAZING!!! ❤️❤️

      Reply
      • Zoha says

        May 09, 2025 at 5:54 pm

        Thanks so much!

        Reply
  2. Naila says

    March 18, 2023 at 8:20 am

    This recipe is amazing
    My kids love the flavor
    I have a question..can i double the recipe and use your black forest cake frosting recipe? For decorating

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 18, 2023 at 5:12 pm

      Yes, absolutely! That's why this recipe is so versatile - you can use it as a base for any kind of chocolate cake you want to make.

      Reply
      • Vi215 says

        April 10, 2025 at 2:02 pm

        bitch

        Reply
  3. Suha A says

    March 18, 2023 at 10:41 am

    I made a simple chocolate cake for the first time using Zoha’s recipe. Being a chocolate lover myself and my family being one too, this was a must try! I had all the ingredients available at home, and for the chocolates I used semi sweet chocolate chips. The cake turned out so soft and spongy as Zoha shows in her video. I even made homemade buttermilk using her method. The cake baked perfectly; I followed the same baking time and temperature. This recipe was so simple and easy to make. My family devoured it within 24 hours!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 18, 2023 at 5:10 pm

      Wuhu!!! Exactly what I was hoping for! <3

      Reply
    • Iqra Ghafoor says

      February 18, 2024 at 12:56 am

      It was my first ever try to bake a cake. that too without oven.it turned out super delicious. Thank you for the recipe

      Reply
      • Zoha says

        February 21, 2024 at 3:12 am

        Wow!! So happy you baked a cake and liked it 🙂

        Reply
    • K says

      April 19, 2024 at 8:19 am

      How do you recommend storing this cake if you wanted to bake it and then eat it the next day for a party?

      Reply
      • Zoha says

        April 22, 2024 at 5:02 pm

        You can bake the cake and wrap it cling wrap after it comes to room temperature. Keep at room temp overnight, frost the next day and serve!

        Reply
      • Dee says

        January 12, 2025 at 10:45 pm

        Delicious moist cake made from pantry staples. I added a splash of vanilla and doubled the recipe using 2 9” round cake pans. Made the ganache with a dark chocolate bar from Trader Joe’s. Thanks for sharing this wonderful adaptable recipe!

        Reply
        • Wendy says

          April 20, 2025 at 8:19 am

          I've got this cake in the oven right now and just realized there was no vanilla in the recipe, which is highly unusual for chocolate. Hope it wasn't an oversight. I'm sure I can balance it with the frosting, anyway.

          Reply
          • Zoha says

            May 07, 2025 at 5:44 pm

            Not an oversight! Should be ok 🙂

    • Fly says

      May 09, 2025 at 6:57 pm

      this is the easiest and most delicious chocolate cake ever!
      don't hesitate. bake!

      Reply
      • Zoha says

        May 11, 2025 at 7:16 pm

        AWW thank you!

        Reply
  4. Neha says

    March 19, 2023 at 2:47 am

    The flavor and texture came out perfectly! So easy to follow and so delicious, this is for all sweet tooth levels for sure

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 19, 2023 at 11:52 pm

      :') Thank you SO much!!

      Reply
  5. Heather says

    March 19, 2023 at 6:24 pm

    I made this cake for the first time today and it’s absolutely delicious! My dinner guests all loved it. Zoha’s amazing recipe comes together so quickly and easily- I’m sure to be making again soon!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 19, 2023 at 11:52 pm

      Made my day! It's an honor to be a part of your dinner <3

      Reply
  6. Annie says

    March 19, 2023 at 9:18 pm

    I made this chocolate cake. It was the yummiest chocolate cake I ever baked. It was so easy to prepare. Thank you, Zoha.

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 19, 2023 at 11:51 pm

      Yay!! Thank you so much, Annie!

      Reply
  7. Fathima Ally says

    March 19, 2023 at 10:02 pm

    Veru quick and easy to make, the cake is deliciously moist.

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 19, 2023 at 11:51 pm

      You are so kind - thank you!!

      Reply
    • Tamara says

      January 26, 2025 at 9:16 am

      Amazing cake, definitely my new go-to recipe.
      I was looking for a cake without a beater (ours broke) and found your recipe, I have made it about 4 times since and receive compliments every time (including a gluten free version which was delicious! Swapped the flour for a gf flour blend).
      Thank you for putting smiles on people's faces 😊

      Reply
      • Zoha says

        January 29, 2025 at 4:48 pm

        you are very welcome!

        Reply
  8. Mumtaz says

    March 19, 2023 at 10:34 pm

    Very easy and super fast recipe and the output - super chocolatty and yummy yumm??? Thanks Zoha ❤️❤️

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 19, 2023 at 11:43 pm

      Hehe, thank you so much! <3

      Reply
      • Aleena says

        May 06, 2024 at 6:19 pm

        I tried this cake today for my husband's birthday and it turned out great! Such an easy recipe and the cake was so soft and moist. I also added some chopped walnuts on the top before baking. Thank you for this recipe, Zoha!

        Reply
        • Zoha says

          July 10, 2024 at 1:28 pm

          Thank you so much, Aleena!

          Reply
  9. Noor Afzaal says

    March 20, 2023 at 2:41 pm

    I came across this recipe last week and since then have made it twice! It’s super easy to make and hands down the best chocolate cake recipe I have come across!

    The cake was soft, moist and the perfect amount of chocolatey, thanks Zoha!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 21, 2023 at 3:18 am

      Wow, that's amazing! Thank you for trusting my recipe <3

      Reply
      • Ayesha Shahid says

        May 13, 2025 at 2:25 pm

        If we want to skip the espresso, do we still need to add the 1/4 of boiling water?

        Reply
        • Ayesha Shahid says

          May 13, 2025 at 2:33 pm

          Sorry I meant the instant coffee not espresso!

          Reply
        • Zoha says

          May 14, 2025 at 4:09 pm

          Yes, don't skip the water!

          Reply
  10. Nilupul Fernando says

    March 21, 2023 at 7:57 pm

    Made this cake so many times. This is an absolute Chocolate delight! Bravo!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 22, 2023 at 2:10 pm

      Yay! Thank you for trying it! <3

      Reply
    • Rini Biswas says

      January 04, 2025 at 9:51 am

      Hi
      This is the best chocolate cake recipe ever.. no fail.. just loved it.. but one question, what is the substitute of egg? is it possible make this recipe without egg.

      Reply
      • Wendy says

        April 20, 2025 at 8:20 am

        I used an applesauce thing - 1 per 1 egg.

        Reply
  11. Abi says

    March 22, 2023 at 6:01 am

    The best chocolate cake recipe ever, it was so moist and tasted so delicious, perfection ! It was so easy making it , didn't need much time and simple hand whisking. My friends loved it so much, DEFINITELY THE BEST RECIPE, try it!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 22, 2023 at 2:10 pm

      WUHUUUU!!!! SO happy to hear that

      Reply
  12. Mrs. Abdul Rahim Sada says

    March 23, 2023 at 2:35 am

    Amazingly Delicious and very easy to make cake recipe.. I must say that as a dessert lover and as a baker myself, this is one of the most moist, chocolaty cake I have ever tried.. Glad I came across such a recipe!! It’s surely worth-trying and I can assure you won’t be disappointed..

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 23, 2023 at 3:00 pm

      Thank you so much!! This means the world to me - i am so happy you tried and loved the recipe as much as I do 🙂

      Reply
  13. Kawsar says

    March 26, 2023 at 4:01 pm

    One of the best and easiest recipe I've tried. It was moist and so yummy. I made it twice already. Everyone loved it. Thank you for making the video, it really helps. Keep up the great work ☺️☺️

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 26, 2023 at 6:13 pm

      Yayyyy!!!! You made my day! <3

      Reply
  14. Arati Tambwekar says

    March 27, 2023 at 10:46 pm

    This cake recipe is absolutely amazing and easy to make. But I have a question..
    Can I replace eggs with anything else?

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      March 28, 2023 at 4:25 am

      I haven't tried it myself, but you can try to make flax seed eggs 🙂

      Reply
  15. Maryam Lucman says

    April 01, 2023 at 3:03 pm

    Delish!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 03, 2023 at 10:35 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
    • Nina says

      February 16, 2024 at 4:22 pm

      I have not made anything so delicious in such a short time! Thank you again, Zoha!

      Reply
      • Zoha says

        February 21, 2024 at 3:13 am

        Yay - thank YOU Nina!!

        Reply
  16. Tehreem says

    April 03, 2023 at 4:13 am

    This turned out SO GOOD! As a newbie in the kitchen this recipe is just what I needed to boost my confidence! So easy to follow and execute. Love that it was basically one pot and had no butter! The cake was so fluffy. One thing I did to elevate the flavors was to double the ganache for a fudgier feel!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 03, 2023 at 10:32 pm

      Yay!! I am so glad you enjoyed this recipe, Tehreem! <3

      Reply
  17. Nazma says

    April 07, 2023 at 10:26 pm

    Hey, this cake looks delish, my son loves chocolate cake so I'll be trying this.
    Slightly confused as you have the sugar as 3/4 cup at 165g, and the flour at 1 cup at 130g.Was this supposed to be the other way around?
    We are in the UK so use grams rather than cups. Could you clarify the correct grams quantity.
    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 10, 2023 at 4:59 pm

      Hi Nazma! The measurements are correct. Flour weighs less than sugar, so 1 cup of flour is 130g while 1 cup of sugar is ~220g.

      Reply
      • Shahana Beegum says

        July 07, 2023 at 7:54 am

        So when we are using cups for measurement, is it okay to take one cup sugar and one cup flour? or should we measure and take?

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        • Zoha says

          July 17, 2023 at 4:13 pm

          Hi Shahana! I don't think I understand your question fully (sorry), could you kindly 1explain?

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      • Nour says

        February 08, 2025 at 12:06 am

        can I use butter instead of oil? if yes, what would be the butter portion?

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  18. Ashona says

    April 12, 2023 at 12:05 am

    Hi Zoha,

    Thank you for the lovely recipes.
    I tried making this cake and it came ok. it sank in the centre. It tasted good though. could it be because I don't have a convection oven? I baked it for 20-25 min in a normal oven at 180 degrees.
    Please can you tell me what mistake I made. thanks.

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    • Zoha says

      April 12, 2023 at 1:05 am

      Hi Ashone! It sounds like your cake was underbaked. I also don't have a convection oven, but not every oven is built the same and its possible your oven isn't properly calibrated. This is why it's imp to always do the toothpick test before taking a cake out 🙁

      Reply
  19. Musa says

    April 12, 2023 at 7:26 am

    My 10 year old made this today. Will defo be thinking of you when indulging later on at Iftar time x

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    • Zoha says

      April 12, 2023 at 2:37 pm

      Aww!! Much love!

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  20. Madiha Hameed says

    April 14, 2023 at 7:05 pm

    Can we use normal coffee instead of instant one ?

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    • Zoha says

      April 14, 2023 at 8:49 pm

      You can replace the hot water + instant coffee with the same amount of brewed hot coffee

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  21. Najah says

    April 25, 2023 at 7:02 am

    The best chocolate cake I’ve ever made! So easy and delicious.

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    • Zoha says

      April 25, 2023 at 5:47 pm

      Thank you so much, Najah! Means the world to me

      Reply
  22. Poornima says

    April 25, 2023 at 9:05 pm

    My 10 year old and 8 year old helped me to make this cake for my husband's birthday. It was super delicious. You won't believe the cake was done in minutes. Everyone enjoyed it especially my 2 year old didn't want to share the cake with anyone.

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    • Zoha says

      April 27, 2023 at 1:17 am

      Honestly made my day. Thank you so much!

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      • Tooba Sohail says

        June 07, 2024 at 2:03 pm

        turns out perfect everytime!
        super moist & just the kind of chocolate cake that I love.

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        • Zoha says

          July 10, 2024 at 12:56 pm

          Thank you, Tooba!

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  23. Pj says

    April 26, 2023 at 7:39 pm

    This looks so good! Planning to bake for my son, can I reduce the amount of sugar?

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    • Zoha says

      April 27, 2023 at 1:16 am

      Hi!! I don't find this cake to be too sweet so I don't think you need to, but you can try!

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  24. Aabida Banu says

    May 02, 2023 at 2:32 pm

    I made it. It was pretty quick to make and my son who isn't a fan of chocolate cake said it was delicious ?

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    • Zoha says

      May 16, 2023 at 1:27 am

      Yay! That's a huge compliment!

      Reply
  25. Zara says

    May 11, 2023 at 7:46 pm

    Hello, loving your recipes so much!
    I was wondering if I could make cupcakes from this recipe?

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    • Zoha says

      May 16, 2023 at 1:19 am

      Hi Zara! Yes for sureee!!

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      • Lisa Fathelbab says

        April 05, 2025 at 10:17 am

        Hi, The very BEST Chocolate cake I ever ate!! So moist and delicious! And so easy to make! Thank you for sharing!

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  26. Kauser says

    May 16, 2023 at 12:07 pm

    Loved this recipe, turned out the best chocolate cake I’ve ever made. Thank you so much dear. Just one question, can I use 8 inch tray to bake?

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    • Zoha says

      May 25, 2023 at 7:23 am

      Aww thank you so much, Kauser! Makes me so happy to hear that. And yes, you can do that too - just adjust the timing if needed.

      Reply
  27. Catherine Sadler says

    May 17, 2023 at 5:02 am

    Hi
    Are the baking cups American or English please?

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    • Zoha says

      May 25, 2023 at 7:23 am

      American! 1 cup = 8 fluid ounces

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  28. Maryam Khan says

    May 17, 2023 at 7:26 pm

    This has to be the best chocolate cake recipe I have come across. Ticks all the boxes for me. Texture is insane, taste is insane and recipe easy and quick. Zoha I would like to personally thank you for creating such a beautiful cake. I've made 2 cakes in less than 12 hours that's how good it is.

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  29. Maryam Khan says

    May 17, 2023 at 7:30 pm

    This has to be the best chocolate cake recipe I have come across. Ticks all the boxes for me. Texture is insane, taste is insane and recipe easy and quick. Zoha I would like to personally thank you for creating such a beautiful cake recipe. I've made 2 cakes in less than 12 hours that's how good it is and both times it just disappeared lol. My 4 year old nephew just kept going back for more. It reminded me of the famous matilda scene with Bruce. Cannot wait to try more of your recipes

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    • Zoha says

      May 25, 2023 at 7:21 am

      Dear Maryam, I wish I could explain to you how much your comment means to me. This is why I love doing this. Thank you for trying my recipe, loving it, and taking the time to send me this encouragement. So grateful for you!!!

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  30. Luxmi Devi Ramlochun says

    May 18, 2023 at 1:49 am

    Thank you very much for the easy chocolate recipe. I tried it on Sunday it was so easy to make and also very delicious
    From Anjoo a small island called Mauritius ??
    Thank you again.

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    • Zoha says

      May 25, 2023 at 7:16 am

      Thank you so much, Luxmi!! Sending so much love to you in Anjoo 🙂 <3

      Reply
  31. Jyotsanah says

    July 01, 2023 at 10:01 pm

    Hello
    The cake was awesome
    Can we make it one day before or should we consume it on the same day ?

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    • Zoha says

      July 06, 2023 at 2:09 pm

      Yes, you can make it the previous day!

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      • Zarina says

        February 09, 2025 at 9:19 am

        Hello Zoha
        Can I skip coffee as I am allergic to coffee .

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  32. Fatima says

    July 11, 2023 at 9:14 am

    I’ve tried so many different recipes for chocolate cake and some are better than others, but THIS one is the best! ?? It has become my new go-to recipe for chocolate cake. So simple and easy and the results are mind-blowing! I always double the recipe and make two cakes because why not ?

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    • Zoha says

      July 17, 2023 at 4:11 pm

      Awww thank you SO much Fatima!!! This makes my heart so so happy <3

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      • Farah Abdulla says

        June 09, 2024 at 9:35 am

        This one was so easy to make and I made it for a large party at the last moment where I had jo other options and it could be made with all what I had in my pantry and lo everybody were just in awe with the cake

        I was like Alhamdulillaah that too at the last moment where I had nothing else in hand and within an hour I had the crowd pleaser

        Jazakumullaahu khayr

        Hey, can I use this as the base for chocolate tres leches cake or would it turn too soggy as we have to soak the cake?

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        • Zoha says

          July 10, 2024 at 12:55 pm

          Thank you so much, Farah! I don't recommend using this for tres leches - tres leches cakes are usually sponge cakes which are light and can absorb liquid. This one will fall apart 🙂

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  33. Mary says

    July 16, 2023 at 11:09 am

    We baked the cake today and we love it! My little chefs aged 7, 5 and 3 helped me and it came out perfectly! Just a question about the sugar, could we use honey as a substitute?

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    • Zoha says

      July 17, 2023 at 4:09 pm

      Thanks so much for trying my recipe, Mary!! I don't recommend swapping the sugar for honey as they have completely different properties and the end result will be quite different. It is not something I have tested myself.

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  34. Zinneerah Abbas says

    July 22, 2023 at 9:11 pm

    heyy!! i tried ur no fuss chocolate cake yesterday and it was so SO good & super easy to make. i couldn’t take a picture but everyone loved it. thanku for ur amazing work!!?

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    • Zoha says

      July 24, 2023 at 5:43 pm

      Aww, thank you so much, Zinneerah! That means the world to me 🙂

      Reply
  35. Tanees says

    August 22, 2023 at 4:49 am

    What a delicious cake! Such a non fuss and easy recipe. Everyone in the family loves it. I have served it in multiple ways - cool and when the ganache has set. Warm with slightly runny ganache or with icecream or custard. It's always spot on and always so mosit and fluffy. Thank you for this !!

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    • Zoha says

      August 22, 2023 at 5:19 pm

      Thank you so much for the love, Tanees! It means a lot to me!!! <3

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  36. Maida says

    September 08, 2023 at 6:38 am

    Hey zoha tried the chocolate ake it was amazing .every one was asking if I used betty crocker cake mix .thanks a lot for the recipe

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    • Zoha says

      September 08, 2023 at 9:06 pm

      AWWW! That's so sweet - thank you so much 🙂

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  37. Saumya says

    October 29, 2023 at 11:04 am

    This chocolate cake is such a treat! Me and my 4 year old bake together regularly and since we first tried this cake, every three weeks or so she reminds me that baking day is due and requests this exact cake .So basically we haven’t eaten any cake other than this one for months, but that’s not a bad thing at all! This is a simple and quick bake with maximum flavour. We put in less sugar, it‘s nonetheless super delicious and simply chocolate heaven! Even better the next day! Thank you so much Zoha for the recipe!

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    • Zoha says

      November 09, 2023 at 4:25 am

      Aww, you made me so happy with this wonderful review. And how lovely that you baked with your little one. <3 Lots of love.

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  38. Sairah says

    January 09, 2024 at 5:22 am

    LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!!!!!

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    • Zoha says

      January 13, 2024 at 5:42 pm

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  39. Janani Bandara says

    January 20, 2024 at 8:22 pm

    Hi Zoha!

    Your recipes look so good. I had trouble choosing which one to try first and finally decided to go with this.
    Can I substitute oil with butter? If so, how much should I use and in which form ? I know the cake would be less moist but would prefer butter over oil if it’s possible to substitute.
    Thank you in advance!

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    • Zoha says

      January 26, 2024 at 5:38 pm

      Hi Janani! I do not recommend using butter instead of oil in this recipe. it has a completely different composition and will lead to less than ideal results (which i can't speak for as I haven't tested it myself). is there a specific reason you don't want to use oil?

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  40. Israt Jahan says

    January 24, 2024 at 2:51 pm

    Such a fantastic dessert! This is such a simple dish. Everyone in the family enjoys it both cool and after the ganache has set. Warm with a somewhat runny ganache, ice cream, or custard. It's always right on point and incredibly soft and fluffy. Thank you for this!!

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    • Zoha says

      January 26, 2024 at 5:33 pm

      You made my day. Thank you so very much! <3

      Reply
  41. Christina says

    January 28, 2024 at 8:57 am

    I have to admit that I have never been a big fan of chocolate cake…UNTIL NOW!! This cake, even without the ganache and just a container of French Chocolate frosting, was incredible! I made it yesterday for a small family gathering that just happened to fall on “Chocolate Cake Day”, and WOW! So moist, just the right amount of rich chocolatey flavour, and so quick to come together! I’m so glad I found this post. Thank you for sharing this recipe. ❤️

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    • Zoha says

      February 21, 2024 at 3:30 am

      You have no idea how much this wonderful review means to me! Thank you so much for taking the time to try my recipe and leaving such a kind review. Lots of love!

      Reply
  42. Afsheen says

    February 04, 2024 at 1:57 pm

    Zoha, omg, this was just perfect! I had a last minute get together at our place and needed something sweet to serve that would be good for both, kids and adults, and boy did this nail it! It was so quick, yet so yummy! It totally didn’t taste like a “quick” recipe, which often compromises on the taste. I’m tempted to replace this as my go-to chocolate cake recipe from now! Thank you for such awesome recipes!

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    • Zoha says

      February 21, 2024 at 3:26 am

      YAYYYY thank you so much Afsheen! What you've described is exactly the outcome I was hoping to achieve with this recipe. Thank you for the love <3

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  43. Prerna Manaktala says

    February 19, 2024 at 4:04 pm

    My cake came out perfect and was super easy, just that it did not rise from edges but only center so its like a dome shaped, is there a way to have the cake rise evenly like its shown in photos here or in video?

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    • Zoha says

      February 21, 2024 at 3:09 am

      Hi Prerna! Domes happen because the edges cook more quickly than the middle. If you use a lighter colored pan the dome will reduce

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  44. Saadia says

    February 28, 2024 at 7:21 am

    It is super easy and really delicious! Big Thanks to Zoha for sharing this gem!

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    • Zoha says

      March 10, 2024 at 5:25 am

      Thank YOU!

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  45. AYESHA says

    March 01, 2024 at 11:39 am

    turned out delicious! so soft and moist. held it's shape when frosting too. very happy with the recipe!

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    • Zoha says

      March 10, 2024 at 5:23 am

      Thank you Ayesha!!!

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  46. Uzma says

    March 10, 2024 at 9:00 am

    Absolutely delicious, by far the best oil cake I've made so far! Thanks for sharing. Will definitely recommend to everyone!

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    • Zoha says

      March 24, 2024 at 9:11 pm

      Made my day! Thank you

      Reply
  47. Saman Imtiaz says

    March 18, 2024 at 12:43 pm

    This is the best chocolate cake I’ve ever made in my life. I don’t think I can go back to any other chocolate cake recipe now. I have tried this multiple times because of how easy it is to make and tastes delicious every single time. 10/10 recipe

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    • Zoha says

      March 24, 2024 at 9:05 pm

      Thank you!! Thrilled that you like it <3

      Reply
  48. Mahnoor Ijaz says

    April 01, 2024 at 8:04 pm

    This cake was AMAZING. So easy to make, so moist, so chocolatey! I was skeptical about the coffee because I hate coffee but BOY was I humbled. Stunning stunning stunning recipe. Girl, you never miss.

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    • Zoha says

      April 16, 2024 at 5:14 pm

      YAYYYY Thank you for trusting my recipe!!!!

      Reply
  49. Muru says

    April 08, 2024 at 12:40 pm

    The easiest most delicious chocolate cake recipe. My kids and I absolutely love this cake. Thanks Zoha ❤️

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    • Zoha says

      April 16, 2024 at 4:56 pm

      This means so much to me! Thank you

      Reply
  50. Maryam says

    April 19, 2024 at 2:43 am

    the cake turned out super soft and yumm !!

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    • Zoha says

      April 22, 2024 at 5:02 pm

      YAY!

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  51. Swetha Gampala says

    April 23, 2024 at 1:07 pm

    oh my god!!!! its absolutely Delicious and my son was very happy with the cake!!!
    I am definitely going to try many of your recipes!!

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 1:48 pm

      Aww thanks so much, Swetha!

      Reply
  52. Perry says

    May 12, 2024 at 9:07 am

    This recipe is fabulous! It tasted like heaven and was a joy to eat. Thanks!

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 1:20 pm

      Thank you!!!

      Reply
  53. K.S. says

    May 28, 2024 at 7:24 am

    Hi. I tried this recipe twice and it tastes great, but i struggle with removing the cake from the parchment paper. I ended up botching some parts. Any suggestions how to avoid that? I greased my tray with avocado oil and even the parchment paper at the bottom but it still stick to the cake and i cant detach it without pulling out a big chunk.

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 1:08 pm

      Hmm - what kind of parchment paper are you using?

      Reply
  54. Mahrosh A says

    May 29, 2024 at 10:29 pm

    This recipe lives up to its name, truly easy and yet sooo flavorful!

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 1:06 pm

      Hehe thank you!!!

      Reply
  55. Anum says

    May 30, 2024 at 4:23 am

    The most easier recipe to make anytime, it’s my go to chocolate cake recipe now
    And my family loves it

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 1:05 pm

      Yay 🙂 Thank you, Anum!

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  56. Anum says

    May 30, 2024 at 4:23 am

    5 stars

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 1:05 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  57. Saba says

    May 31, 2024 at 7:41 am

    Thank you so much for this amazing recipe. This is the best tasting chocolate I have made till date. Want to make it again but as cupcakes. Can I use the same recipe for cupcakes?

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 1:01 pm

      Awww, thank you so much! And yes, you can! The baking time may be different, though!

      Reply
  58. K says

    June 04, 2024 at 3:39 am

    👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 12:59 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  59. Sharayu says

    June 10, 2024 at 5:31 am

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  60. Mika says

    June 10, 2024 at 11:57 am

    THIS is by farrrrrr the best chocolate cake I've ever made. It's simple, moist and rich in flavour, and takes such a short time to prepare.

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 12:50 pm

      :') Thank you so much!

      Reply
  61. Nicole says

    June 11, 2024 at 1:19 am

    Hi,
    I made this cake it was so simple and easy, I almost gave up on chocolate cake for most of the recipes online are so complicated and always end up dry the next day. The buttermilk was an interesting ingredient I noticed it made it very moist. I will try out your other recipes thanks so much.

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 12:49 pm

      YAYYYY this is exactly what I was hoping to achieve with this recipe!!

      Reply
  62. Ruma Shinde says

    June 17, 2024 at 10:40 am

    The cake is absolutely amazing! easy to bake and comes together in no time. I have made it several times and it is now my go to chocolate cake recipe. I doubled the recipe and used 1 cup whole whear flour and 1 cup all purpose flour. it tasted exactly the same (delicious, moist and chocolaty) I did do the chocolate ganache as well!
    the next time I bake I plan to use only whole whear flour and will share here on how it tasted. Zoha your recipes are amazing and I can clearly see the work you have put so that we get a flawless recipe. Thank you so much! god bless.

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 12:42 pm

      Thank you so much for your kind words, Ruma! And love the tip about using whole wheat flour, I need to try that too!

      Reply
  63. Clark says

    June 26, 2024 at 8:02 pm

    That’s a good point. No offense but we truly need he temp and the amount of ingredients.

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 12:38 pm

      Everything is provided in the brown recipe card

      Reply
  64. Neera says

    June 29, 2024 at 11:43 am

    I have tried about 20 chocolate cake recipes from different people and I can confidently say that this has been the best, fool proof recipe so far! Amah-zing! This recipe is a keeper for life!

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 12:36 pm

      You have NO idea how much that means to me. Thank you <3

      Reply
  65. Megan says

    July 09, 2024 at 7:35 pm

    I never leave recipe reviews but this is the best chocolate cake I've ever made with relatively few ingredients and minimal mess. It has such a great texture, and isn't overly sweet. I do have a few tips. If you make the 9x13 it takes exactly 1 Aldi-sized chocolate bar which I beat while packaged with a meat tenderizer (I hate chopping chocolate) and that worked great. I made the 9x13 and after everyone had a piece I'm going to freeze small squares of it because I think it will defrost really well and a few seconds in the microwave will give that melty chocolate taste that is the best. Also if you're using a dairy-free milk, sub a few TB of it in the ganache for butter to add back that fat. Also a pinch of salt in the ganache made a big difference as well. I will definitely check out more of your recipes.

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    • Zoha says

      July 10, 2024 at 12:23 pm

      Hi Megan! Thank you SO much for your kind words, and these tips are so incredibly helpful! If someone else makes this in a 9x13, hope they check out your comment 🙂

      Reply
  66. Ayesha says

    July 13, 2024 at 11:41 pm

    This gave a cake that was moist and I paired it with a simple chocolate buttercream for a delicious tea treat. It's a perfect chocolate base for all types of fillings. The only reason I'm leaving off one star is because it was a bit sweet for me but chocolate cakes tend to be that way.

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    • Zoha says

      July 15, 2024 at 6:01 pm

      Thanks for your review, Ayesha!

      Reply
  67. RKan says

    July 20, 2024 at 6:20 pm

    Hi Zoha

    This looks so easy and good. Do you prefer this over your malt cake?

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      September 04, 2024 at 12:09 am

      Ah they all have different places in my heart!!! This is what I go for when I need a quick fix as it's almost as good!

      Reply
  68. Nanajee Travels says

    August 18, 2024 at 11:38 pm

    This is the ultimate chocolate cake recipe! The fact that it comes together in under an hour, with no need for fancy ingredients or equipment, makes it an absolute winner. It’s amazing to think that something so easy to make can be so incredibly moist, chocolatey, soft, and scrumptious. This is the kind of recipe that’s perfect for any occasion—or just when you need a quick chocolate fix. You’ve found the one!

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    • Zoha says

      September 03, 2024 at 11:33 pm

      Thank you!!!

      Reply
  69. Zunaira says

    August 25, 2024 at 7:55 am

    Hi Zoha,

    Cake looks amazing I wanna try it out today, just a question, can I bake this in a 6 inch pan, would i need to adjust the ingredient amounts? Thanks

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    • Zoha says

      September 03, 2024 at 11:25 pm

      For 1 layer in a 6" pan, it would be almost half the quantities!

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  70. Baker says

    September 07, 2024 at 8:00 am

    Very moist and chocolatey cake! Super easy recipe which I have made several times and is my go-to recipe when I feel like having chocolate cake!

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    • Zoha says

      September 10, 2024 at 4:02 pm

      YAAY!!

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  71. Batty says

    September 18, 2024 at 12:43 pm

    Can I use cake flour instead of all purpose?

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  72. Megha says

    October 01, 2024 at 11:46 pm

    Hi Zoha. This is the best chocolate cake recipe that I have tried. So soft, yummy and super easy to make. My kids love it every time I make it! Thank you for sharing this.

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    • Zoha says

      October 07, 2024 at 5:39 pm

      Aww thank you so much, Megha!

      Reply
  73. Susan Wilson says

    October 07, 2024 at 5:32 pm

    Easy recipe. My family loved it!

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  74. Prashansa says

    October 08, 2024 at 11:55 am

    This is genuinely the best chocolate cake recipe. I've spent my life trying so many different recipes but this has officially become my go to standard chocolate cake recipe. It's so simple, it's so soft and it is so versatile. I keep coming back to this in different forms and feel so lucky to start following Zoha through this recipe!! My favourite part is that this recipe can work in any country (not dependent on fancy ingredients ) with mostly any oven type and any baker level!

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    • Zoha says

      October 31, 2024 at 8:45 pm

      You have no idea how happy this makes me 🙂 Thank you so much!

      Reply
  75. Jinan says

    October 08, 2024 at 1:28 pm

    his cake was a hit with my family and friends—I’ll definitely be making it again! Highly recommend it for anyone looking to bake something indulgent yet simple.
    The cake was incredibly moist, rich, and full of deep chocolate flavor.

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    • Zoha says

      October 31, 2024 at 8:44 pm

      Thank you so much, Jinan!

      Reply
  76. D James says

    October 08, 2024 at 8:56 pm

    the best chocolate cake recipe i tried! thank you 😊

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    • Zoha says

      October 31, 2024 at 8:44 pm

      So kind, thank you!

      Reply
  77. Liza says

    October 12, 2024 at 10:42 pm

    This was the perfect, quick chocolate cake I was looking for. Moist, soft and light and so quick and easy. Definitely a favorite from now on.

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    • Zoha says

      October 31, 2024 at 8:33 pm

      I'm glad you agree with me!

      Reply
  78. Nanajee Travels says

    October 14, 2024 at 11:41 pm

    I love this description! It perfectly captures the excitement of finding the ultimate chocolate cake recipe—simple, quick, and made with everyday ingredients. The promise of a moist, chocolatey, and delicious cake that’s easy to whip up in under an hour is irresistible. Can’t wait to try it!

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    • FATHIMATH HUSSAIN says

      October 18, 2024 at 8:11 am

      I made this cake today.it was moist and very soft. everyone loved it. very easy recipe to follow..

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      • Zoha says

        October 31, 2024 at 8:25 pm

        Thank you, Fathimath!

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    • Zoha says

      October 31, 2024 at 8:30 pm

      Thanks so much!!

      Reply
  79. Juweria says

    October 27, 2024 at 7:49 pm

    Delicious and very easy, my 9 year old was able to make this independently!

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    • Zoha says

      October 31, 2024 at 8:08 pm

      YAYYYY!!!!

      Reply
  80. Nshy says

    November 01, 2024 at 10:40 pm

    It was sooo good thanks for the recipe…

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      November 04, 2024 at 2:08 pm

      You're most welcome!

      Reply
  81. Qudsiya Fathima says

    November 01, 2024 at 11:12 pm

    it was outstanding and amazing and so easy cake for perfect chocolate cake recipe 😁😋❤️ can't wait to try other recipe I am big fan of your love towards baking 😍❤️

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    • Zoha says

      November 04, 2024 at 2:08 pm

      Thank you so much, Qudsiya 🙂

      Reply
  82. Sania Imam says

    November 02, 2024 at 1:29 am

    I tried this cake for the second time yesterday and needless to say, it turned out amazing. It’s such a perfect cake to put together when you are short on time but the flavor delivers for sure! Love the moistness of the cake and the delicious ganache to go with it. Highly recommended!

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    • Zoha says

      November 04, 2024 at 2:09 pm

      Means a lot to me - thank you!

      Reply
  83. Kathlyn Carl says

    November 07, 2024 at 1:13 pm

    Can this cake be made without coffee? Can you recommend a substitute for the coffee? It sounds amazing, and I really want to try it.

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  84. Kriti says

    November 11, 2024 at 10:47 pm

    Hi, thanks for the lovely recipe. I can’t wait to try this. For ganache, what kind of cream can I use ? Does it have to be heavy cream ? Thank you for letting me know. ❤️🙏🏼

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  85. Sonel says

    November 15, 2024 at 6:42 am

    Zoha you're recipe's are amazing,
    my family and I loved this chocolate cake definitely one for keeps 😊🥰

    Reply
  86. Mariyam says

    November 19, 2024 at 5:38 pm

    What kind of cream should I use for ganache? Can I use milk for substitute?

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  87. deeba says

    November 23, 2024 at 10:17 am

    Wow, one of the most simplest yet by far the nicest chocolate cake recipes ever! Can’t recommend enough. Give it a go, you won’t be disappointed. I made the traybake size and it was gone over the weekend. This will definitely be my go to for my next dinner party. Well done Zoha. Your recipes never fail to impress and are always fool proof. X

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  88. A says

    November 28, 2024 at 1:28 pm

    my go to recipe. it never fails! moist sponge always

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  89. Amritha says

    November 28, 2024 at 11:14 pm

    This turned out so good. Just the perfect recepie. Thankyou for sharing this

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  90. Malka says

    December 20, 2024 at 12:22 pm

    Can i use juice instead of milk ?

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  91. Sandra says

    December 21, 2024 at 9:31 pm

    Wondering how many calories this has?

    Reply
  92. Samra says

    December 24, 2024 at 3:14 am

    I was craving chocolate but didn't want to make a whole two layer cake since I was the only one eating it. So I gave this recipe a try and when I say it's the perfect cake, I mean PERFECT. Moist, soft, sweet, chocolatey. 10/10. I'll 100% be making this again!

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  93. Harika says

    December 24, 2024 at 6:14 pm

    Amazing recipe Zoha for the first time in my life I baked this cake as my sister delivered her baby boy today, to celebrate that occasion I made this cake and I am just so overjoyed by the outcome even without the ganache it tasted yummm . I was extremely apprehensive but Thankyou so much for making my 1st attempt at baking so successful . Will try out more of your recipes soon. God bless you and your little one too .<3

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  94. sonal patel says

    December 25, 2024 at 3:55 pm

    This is the most AMAZING cake. Delicious, light, fluffy and easy to make. PERFECT! Thank you so much Zoya. I sure am going to try many other ones now

    Reply
  95. Eesha says

    December 27, 2024 at 2:25 am

    Favourite chocolate cake recipe ever, my family is a fan!

    Reply
  96. Geeta Krish says

    January 04, 2025 at 12:59 pm

    Can I double the recipe & bake in a bundt pan?

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  97. Nadia says

    January 09, 2025 at 7:17 pm

    Made this cake tonight with my daughter. Amazingly moist and oh so chocolatey delicious! My family devoured most of it before it cooled! Will definitely make again. Thank you Zoha!

    Reply
  98. Habz says

    January 12, 2025 at 7:02 pm

    hi , can I replace quarter cup oil with quarter cup melted butter ?

    Reply
  99. Jane says

    January 13, 2025 at 7:23 am

    Amazing, easy and quick chocolate cake recipe!

    Reply
  100. Rushda says

    January 14, 2025 at 6:59 am

    made this with my 8 year old son and it came out amazing!!!. would prefer bit more spongy but this is definitely a keeper 💕 Actually making a second cake as I'm typing 😁😁

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  101. Shirin says

    January 15, 2025 at 9:36 pm

    OMG! the cake was awful! making the butter milk with milk and vinegar was the worst ideas. the whole cake smelled like vinegar and the taste was incredible bad.

    Reply
  102. Elka says

    January 15, 2025 at 11:26 pm

    That's so yummy

    Reply
  103. Kristina says

    January 15, 2025 at 11:31 pm

    Your easy chocolate cake recipe looks absolutely delicious. Thank you for sharing such a simple and approachable guide...I can’t wait to try it out this weekend! 🍫

    Also, I wanted to suggest trying bubble tea recipes. It’s so fun to make at home, especially if you love experimenting with flavors. I still remember enjoying bubble tea when I visited Singapore...it’s such a treat! For inspiration, you could check out lihomenu.sg they have fantastic ideas and recipes for creating bubble tea.

    Looking forward to more amazing recipes from you! 😊

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  104. Linda Collins says

    January 22, 2025 at 3:59 pm

    I made your one layer chocolate cake with a ganache icing.It was delicious 😋. So easy and would definitely make again.

    Reply
  105. Amy says

    January 29, 2025 at 4:34 pm

    ohmigosh this recipe is awesome. I was on a long baking break because I've been so tired after work but started having cravings so I chose this because Zoha said it's a quick easy recipe. It baked perfectly (moist, very flavorful). I substituted some of the sugar with ovaltine-like mix so it was extra chocolaty and a little malty. I also love the oil instead of butter. For chocolate cake, I'm sticking to this one!

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    • Zoha says

      January 29, 2025 at 4:44 pm

      thank you, glad you liked it!

      Reply
  106. Umeimah says

    February 01, 2025 at 11:33 pm

    such a soft, moist and yummy chocolate cake😍😍 the recipe is so hassle-free 😋 would love to try it again!!

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  107. AD says

    February 07, 2025 at 7:10 am

    Looks great! Can I substitute vegetable oil with sunflower or avocado oil?

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  108. EL says

    February 08, 2025 at 9:10 am

    I made it the same day and it's delicious! Very easy and tasty! It's a great idea for kids party when we are short in time and don't want something too complicated taste-wise to make it kids-friendly!

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  109. Emila says

    February 12, 2025 at 10:36 pm

    yummy

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  110. Pavitra says

    February 13, 2025 at 6:30 pm

    Thanks for the recipe. One of the easiest recipes that bakes a yummy chocolate cake. I make this tonight and my family loved it. 😊

    Reply
  111. Vethiga says

    February 14, 2025 at 12:28 am

    Can I whip up the ganache once it is at room temperature and use it for the frosting?

    Reply
  112. Melissa aerin says

    February 24, 2025 at 8:48 am

    I have made a lot of recipes you posted red velvet lotus cheesecake cookies and stuff but for this one I didn't have cream and what I think messed it up was the oil my mother used the oil for frying something I used it in this recipe and it messed with the taste but I am giving a review because let me tell me you when I say this I know this recipe is a bomb because you know like it's the trust that has been built overtime because any recipe I made from your page has been no fail and great so love you and your cute baby byebye💕

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  113. abrarr says

    March 05, 2025 at 6:34 am

    It was delicious, thank you. I made it yesterday for my cousin birthday and it was amazing. I don't know if we were supposed to put it in the refrigerator but I did. It was still good. It didn't look exactly like yours but it tastes good plus I did everything double.

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  114. Inj says

    March 15, 2025 at 3:46 am

    Any idea if I can make this in a loaf pan? 😭

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  115. Sonia says

    March 15, 2025 at 2:38 pm

    Made this cake today and it was AHHHMAZING! Perfect flavor and easy to bake! So so so good! Thank you for the recipe!

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    • Guleyn says

      March 19, 2025 at 3:57 pm

      thankyou for this recipe. turned out amazing

      Reply
  116. Shibani Singh says

    March 20, 2025 at 8:55 am

    Can this cake be made in a 7” round pan?

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  117. Sharan says

    April 05, 2025 at 12:55 pm

    Sooo good! A family favourite

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  118. Tlin says

    April 06, 2025 at 2:05 pm

    This is an excellent, easy recipe which makes a delicious cake! I made it for my own birthday today and couldn’t be more pleased! I used semi sweet chocolate chips as well as half and half with three tablespoons of coconut oil heated in the half and half. It couldn’t have been any better!

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  119. Maria Charina Santillan says

    April 08, 2025 at 8:18 am

    Thank you for the recipe. I made this just today together with my daughter and wow the result is so delicious we both like it and it’s easy to make.

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  120. Eileen says

    April 10, 2025 at 7:44 am

    I don’t have any instant coffee, will it still be good without it?

    Reply
  121. Vi215 says

    April 10, 2025 at 1:59 pm

    nut ass bitch I'm a fuck you n ya fagit ip

    Reply
    • Jeddyteddy2009 says

      April 29, 2025 at 6:07 pm

      Not on mate Im not mad I'm just disappointed

      Reply
  122. Suzi says

    April 16, 2025 at 2:40 pm

    Best cake ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  123. Ava says

    April 17, 2025 at 4:41 am

    I decided to make this cake for my daughter’s 5 th birthday. We followed the recipe accurately. Sadly it was the driest chocolate cake I have ever eaten. Would not bake again.

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  124. Evelyn says

    May 06, 2025 at 11:24 am

    I just made this for a friend's birthday and it was a hit!

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    • Zoha says

      May 07, 2025 at 5:25 pm

      Wuhuuu!!

      Reply
  125. Zuzana says

    May 08, 2025 at 7:25 am

    Best cake ever ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  126. Asfia says

    May 08, 2025 at 9:21 pm

    yummy cake and soo easy to make

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 6:00 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  127. Asma says

    May 08, 2025 at 9:27 pm

    Super good recipe…made it multiple times and the family loved it!

    Reply
  128. Kashaf says

    May 08, 2025 at 9:34 pm

    hands down, the yummiest most easiest chocolate cake ever. my go-to recipe whenever I crave a good chocolate cake!!

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:59 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  129. kristina says

    May 08, 2025 at 10:01 pm

    thank u with love. i tried this was yummy 😍😍

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:59 pm

      Sending you love!

      Reply
  130. Ramisha Imtiaz says

    May 08, 2025 at 10:17 pm

    Made this cake multiple times to fulfill my thirst for cakes late night 😅 this is my go to recipe for quick and yummiest treat at mid night🥰 Thankyou zoha.. i have sent you pics in DM you can search iramishaimtiaz for my DMs

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:59 pm

      Aww, thank you Ramisha!!

      Reply
  131. Djamila says

    May 08, 2025 at 10:27 pm

    this is my go to chocolate cake. i do it at least 2 times per month. its my son's favourite school&after school snack 🫢

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:59 pm

      That makes my heart so happy!

      Reply
  132. Amber says

    May 08, 2025 at 10:42 pm

    This is the most easiest and most delicious chocolate cake I have ever made. Everyone loves it the ganache is like the cherry on top. Doesn’t take long at all.

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:58 pm

      I can finish it on my own haha

      Reply
  133. Abc says

    May 08, 2025 at 10:54 pm

    Such an easy and delicious cake ..

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  134. Saroush says

    May 08, 2025 at 10:55 pm

    Salaamalaikum Zoha, this cake is so easy to make take few mins to whip up. when my kids want something sweet it's so easy to make. I even got them to make it. great recipe to get the kids to bake independently for beginners. for a cake that is so easy to make it's soon YUM!

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:58 pm

      I am so happy to read this!

      Reply
  135. Asma Amer says

    May 08, 2025 at 11:11 pm

    Tried it many times. This is now a must on every family gathering. And many times for my own cravings.
    Thanks for this wonderfully simple and indulgent cake Zoha.

    Reply
  136. Misbah says

    May 09, 2025 at 12:36 am

    Easy to follow recipe and delicious. Made it 5 times since the last 3 months

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:57 pm

      I am honored!

      Reply
  137. Maha says

    May 09, 2025 at 1:05 am

    AMAZING, Delicious, easy, literally the perfect chocolate cake. It's my go-to recipe, especially with kids its nice to have a cake i can whip up easily. Amount is also perfect. For the icing I actually just take a chocolate bar, melt it with some butter and milk (since usually dont have cream on me), makes a nice substitute for ganache (can mix in some Nutella too if feeling fancy)

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:57 pm

      You literally made my day! And thank you for the tip!

      Reply
  138. Zubin says

    May 09, 2025 at 1:11 am

    Ahhhhh this tastes AMAZINGGGGGGG. HEAVENLY TASTE FRRRR

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:56 pm

      :))) Thank you!

      Reply
  139. Aisha Amla says

    May 09, 2025 at 1:38 am

    The perfect easy chocolate cake recipe. it is super quick to make and Oooh it is super morish. lovely soft texture.

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:56 pm

      isn't it just the best!

      Reply
  140. Reshma says

    May 09, 2025 at 3:23 am

    The cake was really soft and tasty!

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:55 pm

      Right!?

      Reply
  141. Tahnia Taufiq says

    May 09, 2025 at 3:38 am

    The most delicious chocolate cake! It was my first time baking and my husband and in-laws ABSOLUTLEY loved it. For someone baking for the first time the recipe was very easy to follow and one of the most scrumptious cake!

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:55 pm

      I am so honored! Thank you!

      Reply
  142. Alex Wood says

    May 09, 2025 at 4:54 am

    This is an excellent, easy recipe which makes a delicious cake! I made it for my own birthday today and couldn’t be more pleased! I used semi sweet chocolate chips as well as half and half with three tablespoons of coconut oil heated in the half and half. 😍😍 It couldn’t have been any better!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:54 pm

      SO happy to read this! Thank you Alex & Happy belated birthday

      Reply
  143. Steffi says

    May 09, 2025 at 10:26 am

    The best chocolate cake ever!! Loved the recipe! Bless you Zoha!!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:52 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  144. Rafia Sajid says

    May 09, 2025 at 11:53 am

    The cake turned out so good and was so easy to make. Thank you for sharing simple yet delicious cake recipe.

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:52 pm

      YAY!

      Reply
  145. Saira says

    May 09, 2025 at 2:48 pm

    This is my go to chocolate cake recipe. It’s so easy and quick to make and tastes so light and delicious!

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:50 pm

      Thank you, Saira!

      Reply
  146. Hijab says

    May 09, 2025 at 4:15 pm

    Loved this recipe. Also, it was ready in no time and was super delicious!

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:49 pm

      Thank you so much, Hijab 🙂

      Reply
  147. Lyba Zafar says

    May 09, 2025 at 5:45 pm

    I bake this one time omggg this cake was heaven ❤️ now every week this cake is baked in my household .. most perfect delicious chocolate cake ever ❤️

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    • Zoha says

      May 09, 2025 at 5:49 pm

      AWW thank you Lyba!!

      Reply
  148. Emilya says

    May 12, 2025 at 4:00 am

    Made this cake today and it was AMAZING! Perfect flavor and easy to bake! 😍😍 So so so good! Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      May 13, 2025 at 12:26 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  149. C Black says

    May 19, 2025 at 12:28 pm

    Have the cake cooling at the moment - smells lovely & was super easy to pull together! One question - do you let the cake cool completely before pouring on the ganache or while it's still warm? The links to the videos are broken on my end so I'm just seeing the written directions and don't see any specific mention.

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    • Zoha says

      May 27, 2025 at 8:30 pm

      Hi there! Try removing ad blockers to see the videos. I let the cake cool for ~15 minutes and then pour on the ganache

      Reply
  150. daniel smith says

    May 20, 2025 at 1:15 pm

    would a 10 inch pan work?

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      May 27, 2025 at 8:29 pm

      Yes, but the cake will be thinner. You would also need to reduce baking time by ~3-5 minutes.

      Reply
  151. Graziella Apostolidès says

    May 21, 2025 at 7:58 am

    recette facile et bonne : merci bp!

    Reply
  152. Samiyah says

    June 01, 2025 at 7:45 pm

    Made this yesterday and literally everyone in the family loved it! It’s so so delicious! We couldn’t get enough of it. My 4 year old daughter and niece absolutely loved it too, and they’re just fussy eaters.
    You have the best recipes, Zoha!! Every single recipe I’ve tried of yours has turned out amazing!!

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    • Zoha says

      June 04, 2025 at 12:23 am

      Awww, I am so touched to read this, thank you!!!

      Reply
  153. Mahnoor Ijaz says

    June 14, 2025 at 2:37 am

    I’ve made this like 6 times now. SO good and easy to make. I double the ganache for a chocolate PUDDLE cake hahaha. Amazing recipe! Turns out decadent every single time

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    • Zoha says

      June 14, 2025 at 5:00 am

      Haha, I appreciate the desire for chocolate puddles 😉

      Reply
  154. Misbah says

    June 15, 2025 at 12:30 am

    Easy to follow and hearty recipe.

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      June 16, 2025 at 4:43 am

      So happy you liked it, Misbah!

      Reply
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