Chocolate Cake Recipe
This classic Chocolate Cake recipe is the perfect indulgence for chocolate lovers. Moist, rich, and bursting with flavor, it’s ideal for birthdays, special occasions, or just a sweet treat. Easy to prepare, it combines dark or milk chocolate, butter, cocoa, and vanilla for a decadent dessert that will impress everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups of Wheat Flour
100 g of Dark or Milk Chocolate
1 cup of Granulated Sugar
1 cup of Milk
200 g of Butter
3 Eggs
2 tbsp. of Cocoa Powder
2 tbsp. of Vanilla Extract
1 tsp. of Baking Powder
Melted Chocolate for decoration
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
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In a double boiler, melt the dark or milk chocolate with the butter until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until foamy.
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Add the melted chocolate and butter mixture to the egg-sugar mix, and stir until well combined.
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Add the vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and baking powder to the mixture, then stir.
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Gradually add the flour and milk alternately, mixing until smooth.
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Pour the batter into a greased and floured pan, spreading evenly.
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Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool slightly, then slice it horizontally into two layers.
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Spread melted chocolate between the layers and decorate the top with more melted chocolate and any extra decoration you desire.
Notes
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You can replace wheat flour with all-purpose flour or a gluten-free flour blend if needed.
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For a richer frosting, top with chocolate ganache or buttercream frosting.
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Feel free to add fresh fruit or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.
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