Description

Indulge in a slice of dark chocolate cake that transforms any moment into a celebration. This rich, velvety dessert combines high-quality cocoa with simple ingredients to create a decadent treat perfect for birthdays or just because. Each bite offers an explosion of flavor, leaving you craving more. Easy to make and visually stunning, this cake is sure to impress anyone who lays eyes on it.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
3 large eggs
1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
8 oz dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Melt dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the dry ingredients; add eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix gently until just combined.
Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 400
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Experiment by adding espresso powder for depth or substitute half the flour with almond flour for a nutty twist. Enhance your frosting by mixing in flavored extracts or adding crushed nuts.