Easy One-bowl Fudgy Chocolate Cake

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 2 cups sugar, 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1 tsp kosher salt.

Add the wet ingredients to the dry mix: 2 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 2 tsp vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.

Carefully stir in 1 cup boiling water by hand. The batter will be very thin and watery; this is normal and essential for moisture.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

While the cake cools, prepare the frosting: Beat 1/2 cup softened butter until creamy, then gradually whip in 3 cups powdered sugar and an additional 2/3 cup cocoa powder. Thin with a splash of milk if necessary.

Frost the cake only after it has cooled completely to room temperature.