One Bowl Chocolate Cake for 15 Servings

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9-inch pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Ensure your egg and buttermilk are at room temperature to prevent the oil from seizing.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until no cocoa clumps remain.
4. Add the oil, egg, buttermilk, and vanilla extract directly into the dry ingredients.
5. Slowly pour in the warm water (or brewed coffee) and whisk until the batter is smooth and glossy.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the edges slightly pull away from the pan and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for 2 hours.