Chocolate Cake My Way

Celebrate any special occasion with this decadent chocolate cake that promises rich flavors and a moist texture. Perfect for birthdays, this cake combines a luxurious chocolate sponge with a velvety chocolate icing. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, this recipe will become your go-to for celebrations.

Ingredients

Cake:
🍚 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
🍫 2/3 cup cocoa powder
🥄 1 tsp baking powder
🥄 1 tsp baking soda
🧂 1/2 tsp salt
🍬 1 cup granulated sugar
🍬 1 cup brown sugar
🥚 2 eggs
🛢️ 1/2 cup vegetable oil
🥛 3/4 cup media crema
🍦 1 tsp vanilla extract
☕ 1 cup hot coffee

Icing:
🍫 16 oz dark chocolate, chopped
🥛 1 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
🍯 2 tbsp molasses
🍫 2 tbsp cocoa powder
🍬 3 tbsp powdered sugar

Instructions

1- Prepare the Cake Batter:

• In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, mixing well.
• Incorporate the eggs, vegetable oil, media crema, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth with no lumps.
• Gradually pour the hot coffee into the mixture, stirring continuously until fully incorporated.

2- Bake the Cake:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Spray two 8-inch round cake pans with non-stick spray and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
• Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
• Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

3- Prepare the Chocolate Icing:

• In a saucepan over low heat, melt the chopped dark chocolate with molasses and 3/4 cup of the heavy whipping cream. Stir gently with a rubber spatula until smooth.
• Remove from heat and pour the mixture into a bowl. Add the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and the remaining 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream. Mix until well combined.
• Chill the icing in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes, then let it come to room temperature until it is soft enough to spread.

4- Assemble the Cake:

• Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of icing on top, then place the second layer on top.
• Spread the remaining icing over the top and sides of the cake, smoothing with a spatula.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 10-12 slices

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the cakes are completely cooled before icing to prevent the icing from melting.
• For an extra coffee flavor, you may use coffee-flavored liqueur in place of a portion of the coffee.

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