Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 1 cup water
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
– 9×13-inch baking pan
– Large mixing bowl
– Medium saucepan
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Rubber spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Greasing the baking pan is crucial; you want to ensure that cake slides out like a dream! In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt – it’s like a party of dry ingredients! Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then stir in the water and cocoa powder until it’s smooth. It smells heavenly! Once it’s bubbling away, pour this chocolate mixture into your dry ingredients and mix well. It looks rich and glossy already! (See the next page below to continue steps…)