Simple Cocoa Cakes
Indulge in the rich and chocolatey perfection of Simple Cocoa Cakes—a quick and easy treat made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of vanilla extract. These moist, single-serving cakes come together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bake to fluffy perfection in under 20 minutes. The secret to their irresistibly tender crumb lies in the addition of boiling water, which enhances the cocoa flavor while ensuring a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, these cakes are versatile enough to serve solo or dressed up with frosting or a dusting of powdered sugar. Whether you're hosting a gathering or craving an effortless dessert, these cocoa cakes are a chocolate lover's dream!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 6-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, ensuring there are no lumps.
Slowly pour in the boiling water while stirring. The batter will be thin, but this step ensures a moist cake.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve as-is or top with your favorite frosting or powdered sugar for added sweetness. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.2 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 35.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 230 mg | 77% | |
| Sodium | 1828 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 287.5 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 158.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1303 mg | 28% | |
*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.
