A Little Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the simplicity and charm of "A Little Chocolate Cake," a petite yet perfectly decadent treat that’s ideal for smaller gatherings or satisfying a personal chocolate craving. This easy-to-make dessert features pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a splash of vanilla, creating rich cocoa flavor with minimal effort. Its secret lies in the addition of white vinegar and hot water, which ensure an incredibly moist, tender texture. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a short 25-minute bake, this 6-inch cake is a quick and effortless way to bring homemade chocolatey goodness to your table. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite frosting for a customizable mini dessert everyone will adore! Perfect for weeknight indulgences, date nights, or casual celebrations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon white vinegar
- 0.25 cup hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 6-inch round or square baking pan and dust it with a little cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a separate small mixing bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and white vinegar.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Stir the hot water into the batter. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cool, dust the top with powdered sugar, frost with your favorite icing, or enjoy it plain!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.7 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 594 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.8 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 66 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
