Easy Chocolate Chip Cake made with simple ingredients. A fluffy, delicious homemade dessert perfect for birthdays or snacks.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Soft and fluffy texture
Packed with chocolate chips
Simple and beginner-friendly
Perfect for any occasion
Easy to customize
Ingredients
For the Cake
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
½ cup butter, softened
3 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups chocolate chips
Optional Frosting
1 cup butter
3 cups powdered sugar
½ cup cocoa powder
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in vanilla and milk.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting if desired.
Equipment
Mixing bowls
Electric mixer
Cake pan
Spatula
Measuring cups
Tips and Variations
Do not overmix batter
Use room temperature ingredients
Toss chocolate chips in flour to prevent sinking
Add nuts for crunch
Use dark chocolate chips for richer flavor
Store at room temperature up to 3 days
Serving Suggestions
Serve plain or with frosting
Pair with coffee or milk
Add ice cream for dessert
Perfect for birthdays or casual treats
Nutrition Facts Approximate per slice
Calories 300
Carbohydrates 38g
Protein 5g
Fat 14g
Conclusion
This Chocolate Chip Cake is soft, moist, and full of rich chocolate flavor. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for any occasion. Save this recipe for a simple and delicious homemade cake.
FAQ
Can I freeze chocolate chip cake
Yes wrap and freeze up to 2 months
Why is my cake dense
Overmixing or too much flour
Can I use oil instead of butter
Yes for a softer texture
How do I keep it moist
Store in an airtight container
Can I make cupcakes instead
Yes adjust baking time to 18–22 minutes