Easy Chocolate Cake (9x13 pan)

Easy Chocolate Cake in a 9x13 pan is rich, moist, and full of chocolate flavor. This simple one-bowl cake recipe is topped with a decadent fudge frosting—perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you need a quick chocolate fix. Get the printable recipe at https://thestayathomechef.com/9x13-chocolate-cake/ ⭐ One-bowl batter, no fuss ⭐ Moist, rich chocolate flavor every time ⭐ Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or everyday chocolate cravings 🍫🎂🍫🎂🍫🎂🍫🎂🍫🎂 INGREDIENTS ⚬ 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour ⚬ 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar ⚬ 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder ⚬ 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda ⚬ 3/4 teaspoon baking powder ⚬ 3/4 teaspoon salt ⚬ 2 large eggs ⚬ 3/4 cup buttermilk ⚬ 3/4 cup warm water (100℉ to 110℉) ⚬ 1/4 cup vegetable oil ⚬ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Chocolate Fudge Frosting: ⚬ 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, softened ⚬ 1/4 cup corn syrup ⚬ 2 tablespoons heavy cream ⚬ 1 cup salted butter, softened ⚬ 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder ⚬ 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract ⚬ 1 cup powdered sugar INSTRUCTIONS 1️⃣ Lightly grease a 9x13 pan and preheat oven to 350℉ for metal pans (325℉ for glass). 2️⃣ In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. 3️⃣ Add eggs, buttermilk, warm water, oil, and vanilla. Beat until smooth, about 1–2 minutes. 4️⃣ Pour into prepared pan and bake 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely. 5️⃣ For the frosting: melt chocolate chips with corn syrup and cream. Let cool. Beat butter, cocoa, vanilla, and powdered sugar until fluffy. Mix in melted chocolate until smooth. Spread over cooled cake. Subscribe for more restaurant-quality recipes you can easily make at home. #chocolatecake #easychocolatecake #chocolatedesserts #sheetcake #homemadecake #thestayathomechef