Choc Chilli Cake
Ignite your taste buds with this bold and decadent Choc Chilli Cake, where rich chocolate meets a fiery hint of cayenne pepper for an unforgettable dessert experience. Perfectly moist and infused with warming spices like cinnamon, this cake is a sophisticated twist on classic chocolate cake recipes. The addition of boiling water ensures an ultra-tender crumb, while optional dark chocolate drizzle or a dusting of powdered sugar makes for a stunning finish. Ready in just under an hour and serving eight, this easy-to-make treat is ideal for special occasions or when you're craving something indulgent with a kick. Whether served with coffee, whipped cream, or ice cream, this dessert promises a journey of sweet heat in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 240 milliliters whole milk
- 120 milliliters vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 240 milliliters boiling water
- 50 grams dark chocolate (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms.
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, melt the dark chocolate and drizzle over the cooled cake for garnish. Alternatively, dust with powdered sugar.
Slice and serve. Enjoy the balance of rich chocolate and a hint of chilli warmth!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
450 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 49 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 336 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 225 mg | 5% | |
*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.
