Classic Chocolate Cake

Rich, moist and deeply chocolatey — the only chocolate cake recipe you'll ever need.

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C and line two 20 cm cake tins.

2. 2

   Melt the chocolate and butter together, then cool slightly.

3. 3

   Whisk eggs and sugar until pale, fold in the chocolate mixture, then the flour, baking powder and milk.

4. 4

   Divide between tins and bake for 30–35 minutes. Cool completely before frosting.