Spicy Chocolate Jalapeno Cake
Indulge in the bold and unexpected flavors of this Spicy Chocolate Jalapeño Cake—a showstopping dessert that blends rich, velvety chocolate with the subtle heat of fresh jalapeños. Perfect for adventurous food lovers, this moist and decadent cake is elevated with dark chocolate chips and a whisper of spice for a unique flavor profile that’s both sweet and spicy. The addition of buttermilk ensures a tender crumb, while hot water creates a luxuriously smooth batter. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious, making it an ideal centerpiece for special occasions. Treat yourself to this easy-to-make, unforgettable fusion of heat and decadence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
- 2 pieces fresh jalapenos, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Slowly pour the hot water into the batter, stirring constantly. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
Fold in the finely chopped jalapenos and dark chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for a decorative finish, if desired.
Slice and serve! Enjoy the rich chocolate flavor with a spicy kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5124 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.2 g | 285% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.2 g | 386% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 399 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 4581 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 827.0 g | 301% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 87.6 g | 313% | |
| Total Sugars | 499.6 g | ||
| Protein | 96.6 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 837 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 58.5 mg | 325% | |
| Potassium | 4913 mg | 105% | |
*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.
