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How do I bake the perfect chocolate cake?
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1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Grease and flour two round 9-inch cake pans.
3. In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of sugar, 1-3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup of cocoa powder, 1-1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1-1/2 teaspoons of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 1 cup of warm water, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans.
7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool before frosting.