Chocolate Chip Cake

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. 3In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
  4. 4Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  5. 5In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. 6Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. 7Stir in the chocolate chips.
  8. 8Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  9. 9Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. 10Let cool completely before serving

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups chocolate chips

Equipment

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Tips

  • Make sure the butter is softened before creaming it with the sugar.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in a tough cake.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting (if desired)