Baker's Chocolate Cake Recipe

Yes, it is! Chef, take it easy as a hobby to make while you’re not, but now it’s gonna be your favorite thing to do. Let’s begin.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)

• ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder

• 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)

• 2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for a vegan option)

• 1 cup (240ml) milk (or almond milk)

• ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 1 cup (240ml) hot water or coffee (for extra richness)

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened

• 3 ½ cups (440g) powdered sugar

• ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• ¼ cup (60ml) milk (adjust for consistency)

Before We Start

• Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing.

• Sift cocoa powder and flour to avoid lumps.

• Baking with coffee? It enhances the chocolate flavor but won’t taste like coffee.

Instructions

Prepare the Batter

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch cake pans with oil and line with parchment paper.
Step 2: Take a large bowl, add flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix the ingredients.
Step 3: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Step 4: Add hot water or coffee and stir until well combined. The batter will be thin—this is normal.

Bake the Cake

Step 5: Pour the batter into molds or cake pans.
Step 6: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 7: Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Chocolate Frosting

Step 8: Take a bowl, add butter, beat until smooth and creamy.
Step 9: Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt, mixing on low speed.
Step 10: Pour in vanilla and milk, beating until fluffy.

Assemble & Done

Step 11: Spread a layer of frosting on the cake. Place the second cake on top and cover it with ganache.
Step 12: When done covering, decorate with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or fruit.
Step 13: Slice and serve.

Serve

Place the cake on a stand or a flat plate.
 Drizzle chocolate syrup and coat with ganache. Serve with vanilla or caramel latte, hot chocolate with cream, or alongside vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh berries.

What Goes with Chocolate Cake?

Side Dishes

• Vanilla ice cream

• Whipped cream

• Fresh berries

• Salted caramel sauce

• Crushed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)

Side Drinks

• Coffee (espresso, cappuccino, mocha)

• Classic or almond milk

• Hot chocolate with whipped cream

• Vanilla or caramel latte

Recipes Related to Chocolate Cake

How to Make Chocolate Cake at Home Without an Oven?

Stovetop Method:

• Grease a pan and preheat a large pot with a lid for 10 minutes.

• Pour batter into the pan and place it inside the pot.

• Cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes.

Air Fryer Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 320°F (160°C).

• Bake for 25-30 minutes.

How to Make Chocolate Cake Frosting?

Ingredients:

• ½ cup butter

• 1½ cups powdered sugar

• 3 tbsp cocoa powder

• 2 tbsp milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method:

1. Beat butter until creamy.

2. Add powdered sugar and cocoa powder.

3. Pour in milk and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

How to Make Chocolate Cake Pops?

• Crumble the uneven cake parts into fine crumbs.

• Mix with ½ cup of frosting to form a dough.

• Roll into small balls and insert sticks.

• Dip into melted chocolate and let set.

Conclusion

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch pans and line with parchment paper. Take a large bowl, add flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk it, then add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix it well until smooth. Pour in warm water or coffee and stir until well combined—this is normal; the consistency will be thin.

Pour the batter evenly into the pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cakes cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely and become ready for ganache.

Take a bowl, add butter, and beat until creamy. Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt, mixing on low speed. Pour in vanilla and milk, beating until fluffy.

Cut the uneven top part of both cakes. Spread a layer of frosting on one cake, then place the second cake on top and frost the entire cake. Decorate with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or fruit.

It's done—slice it, eat it, taste it, enjoy it!

For More Recipes, Check Out:

• Chocolate Brownies at Home

• Make Easy Macarons

• Tiramisu Recipe (No Eggs & Alcohol)

• Make Traditional Teas

• Easy Homemade Smoothies

• Make 2 Methods Lemonades

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