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Chocolate Cake

A comforting and simple chocolate cake that's perfect for any occasion, featuring a tender crumb and honest chocolate flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces eggs Use room-temperature eggs for better rise.
  • 150 g sugar
  • 120 ml milk
  • 120 ml oil Can substitute with 120 g melted butter.
  • 200 g flour Ensure to sift with dry ingredients.
  • 40 g unsweetened cocoa Sift to avoid lumps.
  • 1 sachet baking powder (10 g)
  • 1 pinch salt To keep the mixture light.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk the eggs and sugar for 3 to 5 minutes until they whiten.
  2. Add the milk and oil (or melted butter), then mix well until combined.
  3. Sift together the flour, unsweetened cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gently incorporate the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into a lined 22 cm mold and smooth the top with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Bake at 170°C for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a skewer comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  2. For a tall cake, do not open the oven before 30 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve warm or at room temperature with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Store cooled cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for longer storage. Can freeze wrapped slices for up to 2 months.