Chocolate cake is a quick and delicious recipe option for those who want to enjoy a chocolate dessert in a short time. It is a soft and spongy cake, with an intense chocolate flavor, which can be decorated with any glaze or coverage you prefer.
Ingredients to prepare chocolate cake:
- 1 cup of wheat flour
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup of hot water
Instructions to prepare chocolate cake:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and flour a 22cm diameter cake tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- Add the oil, eggs and vanilla extract. Mix well with an electric mixer on medium-low speed until the dough is smooth.
- Add the hot water to the dough and mix until completely incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before decorating with your favorite frosting.
Once cooled, the chocolate cake can be decorated with frosting, whipped cream, fresh fruit or any other topping desired. Overall, this recipe is perfect for any occasion when you want to prepare a quick and delicious dessert to enjoy with friends and family.
And ready! Enjoy!
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