Hot Chocolate Milk Cake
Indulge in the irresistible decadence of Hot Chocolate Milk Cake, a cozy dessert that combines the nostalgic warmth of hot cocoa with the rich, moist allure of a homemade chocolate cake. Featuring a unique twist with prepared hot cocoa mixed directly into the batter, this easy-to-make cake is deeply chocolatey and perfectly tender. Topped with a fluffy layer of whipped cream and optional garnishes like mini marshmallows or chocolate shavings, it’s as visually inviting as it is delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a bake time of 35 minutes, this dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings, family desserts, or anytime you crave the comforting flavors of a cup of hot cocoa in cake form. Don't forget to enjoy a slice with a warm mug of milk or extra hot cocoa for the ultimate indulgent pairing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.75 cups Whole milk
- 0.75 cups Hot cocoa (prepared with milk)
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Whipped cream
- 0.5 cups Mini marshmallows or chocolate shavings (optional for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, hot cocoa, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth and no lumps remain. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake has cooled, frost it with whipped cream. For added garnish, sprinkle mini marshmallows or chocolate shavings on top if desired.
Slice the cake and serve with a warm glass of milk or extra hot cocoa for the ultimate indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.4 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.9 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 68.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 451 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 3461 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 543.0 g | 197% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.3 g | 176% | |
| Total Sugars | 314.4 g | ||
| Protein | 68.0 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.5 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 699 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 29.9 mg | 166% | |
| Potassium | 2769 mg | 59% | |
*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.
