Chocolate cake

Name: Chocolate cake
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: Dark chocolate 5.3 oz; Unsweetened cocoa powder &frac13; cup; Type 00 flour 1 &frac13; cup; Sugar granulated ¾ cup; Eggs medium, at room temperature 4; Butter at room temperature 7 oz; Baking powder 1 &frac23; tsp; Fine salt 1 pinch

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545

Calories per serving

Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 545
Carbohydrates g 52.7
of which sugars g 34.8
Protein g 10.2
Fats g 32.6
of which saturated fat g 18.23
Fiber g 2.7
Cholesterol mg 216
Sodium mg 268

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 40 min
Serving: 8
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Deep chocolate flavor paired with a moist crumb makes this easy chocolate cake a favorite for family gatherings, birthday celebrations, and casual weekends at home. The way a homemade chocolate cake turns out – usually with a nice, soft inside and just the right level of sweetness – brings everyone to the kitchen for a slice (or two). Folks notice the rich color and classic look, especially when there's chocolate frosting spread thick on top. You’ll often spot this cake on special tables or just as a weeknight surprise since its reliable taste earns a spot in busy kitchen routines. Kids love the deep baking cocoa taste, while adults enjoy how delicious each bite is with coffee or milk...and believe me, those good, fluffy slices go quick. Some slip in berries or ice cream alongside – always works great for extra flavor without needing anything fancy. Watching it disappear fast at parties or regular dinners says everything about how families feel about this classic dessert.

For busy families and home cooks, this easy chocolate cake delivers easy success and great, always moist results, earning plenty of praise – families trust it to work out every single time. Pretty much any pan works, so if you switch to a bundt cake or regular round pan, this cake keeps its lovely soft texture and rich flavor. Having a dependable cake pan makes it all come together with little stress, and leftovers usually don’t last long (simple to wrap and enjoy later). Need quick treats for snack times or school lunches? This cake fits the bill – reliable, nice for sharing, and always crowd-pleasing. Whether you’re a new baker wanting an easy chocolate cake or looking for that go-to moist chocolate cake recipe that never lets you down, this one belongs in your kitchen rotation. Top with a bit of sweet, creamy frosting, serve plain, or add fruit for something special—the entire family will appreciate having such a tasty, easy option ready for any occasion. That yummy, classic chocolate flavor paired with family smiles makes it a real winner.

How to prepare Chocolate cake

To prepare the chocolate cake, first roughly chop the dark chocolate 1, then melt it in a microwave or bain-marie 2 and let it cool, stirring occasionally 3.

Cut the butter (at room temperature) into cubes and pour it into a mixer bowl, together with the sugar 4. Start the machine at medium speed with the beater and work the butter until it is reduced to a cream 5. Now break the eggs into a bowl and put one egg into the mixer bowl at a time 6,

make sure the egg is completely absorbed before adding the next one 7. Continue in this way until you get a soft and homogeneous cream. Pour the now lukewarm chocolate directly into the bowl of the running mixer 8 and blend well 9.

Add salt to the mixture 10. Mix the flour with the cocoa and the baking powder in a bowl 11, then sift it all directly into the chocolate mixture 12.

Use a spatula to gently blend the sifted ingredients into the mixture 13. Line a 9” (22-24 cm) round cake pan with baking paper and pour the dough into it.

Level the surface 16 and bake in a conventional oven preheated to 350°F (180°C) for about 40-45 minutes (if you use a convection oven bake at 325°F /160°C for about 35 minutes). To check the baking, test it with a toothpick: if you stick it in and it emerges dry, it means that the cake is done; if not, continue baking for a few minutes. Once baked, take out the chocolate cake 17 and let it cool before removing it from the pan. Then place it on a rack 18 to cool completely before serving.

How to store

Preserve your chocolate cake under a glass cloche for 2-3 days at most.

Tips

A cake so simple and good, you can customize it in many ways: try adding grated orange rind to the dough, white chocolate chips or even coarsely chopped hazelnuts... you'll see, every variation will be a success!

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Chocolate cake

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Chocolate cake

How to store

Tips

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