A Chocoholics Dream Cake
The first chocolate cake recipe dates back to the 18th century in America. It was a simple recipe that included chocolate, sugar, eggs, and butter.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 130 minutes. Recipe for experienced cooks (high difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Ingredients
- 2 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup Hot water
- 1 cup Dark chocolate
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- to taste for garnish Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the dark chocolate. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth.
- Let the ganache cool slightly, then pour it over the cooled cake.
- Sprinkle powdered sugar and chocolate shavings on top for garnish.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
- Sugars 40g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.