Double Chocolate Cake with Creamy Frosting
The first chocolate cake recipe dates back to 1764 in a book titled ‘The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy’ by Hannah Glasse.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Double Chocolate Cake with Creamy Frosting
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Meanwhile, melt the semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
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In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
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Fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until well combined.
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Once the cake has cooled, spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the top and sides.
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Allow the frosting to set for 20-30 minutes before serving.
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Enjoy your double chocolate cake with creamy frosting!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22g34%
- Total Carbohydrate 48g16%
- Sugars 35g
- 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.
