Decadent Grunge Cake

Ingredients

All-purpose flour

2 cups

Granulated sugar

2 cups

Unsweetened cocoa powder

3/4 cup

Baking powder

1 1/2 teaspoons

Baking soda

1 1/2 teaspoons

Salt

1 teaspoon

Vegetable oil

1 cup

Milk

1 cup

Eggs

2 large

Vanilla extract

2 teaspoons

Brewed coffee

1 cup, cooled

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, ensuring even coverage for easy release.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well-blended.
3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
4. Gradually stir in the cooled brewed coffee until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can lead to a denser cake.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Tap the pans gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once completely cool, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or a simple dusting of powdered sugar for a more rustic presentation.