Ingredients1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour½ cup (50 g) cocoa powder (unsweetened)1 tsp baking powder½ tsp baking soda¼ tsp salt2 large eggs¾ cup (150 g) sugar½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil½ cup (120 ml) milk (or yogurt for extra moisture)1 tsp vanilla extract½ cup (120 ml) hot water or hot coffeeOptional: ½ cup chocolate chips👩🍳 InstructionsPreheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.In a bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.In another bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until slightly fluffy.Add oil, milk, and vanilla. Mix well.Gradually add the dry ingredients.Pour in the hot water/coffee and mix until smooth.Fold in chocolate chips if using.Pour batter into the pan.Bake 40–50 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.Cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.✨ TipsBrushing the top with a little sugar syrup keeps it shiny and moist.Store wrapped at room temperature for 2–3 days.