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How can I make a delicious chocolate cake?
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1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
3. In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
4. In a separate bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter, 1 1/2 cups of white sugar, 2 large eggs and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until combined.
6. Stir in 1 cup of hot water and 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning onto a cooling rack.