Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort of a Small Chocolate Cake, where each slice offers a rich, moist chocolate experience topped with luscious frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is not just a dessert; it’s a delightful escape into chocolate heaven. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create this show-stopper that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar and beat until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Alternately fold in dry ingredients and milk until fully incorporated.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before generously frosting with chocolate frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg