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1: Prep the Pan and Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment for easier cleanup.
2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the white sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and flour.
Mix until everything is evenly combined and no clumps remain.
3: Add Wet Ingredients
Crack in the eggs, then add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
Whisk until the batter starts coming together. Don’t worry if it looks thick at this stage.
4: Pour in Boiling Water
Slowly pour the boiling water into the batter while stirring. It will look very thin, but that’s the secret to moistness.
Keep stirring until the batter is smooth and glossy.
5: Bake to Perfection
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6: Cool the Cake Completely
Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Do not frost while warm the frosting will melt.
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