Sourdough Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Sourdough Chocolate Cake—a dessert that seamlessly marries the tangy allure of sourdough with the deep, satisfying flavor of cocoa. This creative recipe repurposes unfed sourdough starter, making it a perfect treat for zero-waste baking enthusiasts. The batter comes together effortlessly with a blend of pantry staples, and the addition of hot water ensures a soft, moist crumb in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short bake, this cake is ideal for both special occasions and weekday indulgence. Top it with your favorite frosting, a dusting of powdered sugar, or enjoy it plain for a bold, chocolaty finish that'll have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 240 grams Sourdough starter (active, unfed)
- 120 milliliters Whole milk
- 120 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 120 milliliters Hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy release.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sourdough starter, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Beat the eggs lightly and fold them into the batter. Ensure the batter is smooth but avoid overmixing.
Gradually stir in the hot water to thin the batter. The resulting mixture should be runny and pourable.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorate with your favorite frosting, dust with powdered sugar, or enjoy as is!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.4 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.6 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 68.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 387 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 2637 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 357.0 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.2 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1317 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.
