Hot Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this decadent Hot Chocolate Cake, a rich and gooey masterpiece perfect for chocolate lovers. Featuring a molten chocolate center, this cake is crafted with semi-sweet chocolate chips and high-quality cocoa powder for an intensely chocolaty flavor. The silky batter is quick to prepare, coming together in just 15 minutes, and bakes to perfection in under half an hour. Serve it warm for a luscious molten effect, or let it cool for a fudgy, brownie-like texture. Dust it with powdered sugar for an elegant touch and pair with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an unforgettable treat. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or cozy nights in, this Hot Chocolate Cake is the ultimate dessert indulgence you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 75 grams All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 4 units Large eggs
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Melt the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla extract until slightly frothy. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the eggs, stirring continuously to combine.
Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is slightly wobbly (this will create the molten center).
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool slightly. The cake can be served warm for a molten center or at room temperature for a firmer texture.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Pair with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.8 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.9 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1120 mg | 373% | |
| Sodium | 898 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.6 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 165.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.9 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 554 mg | 12% | |
*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.
