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Moist & Fudgy Chocolate Cake

Moist & Fudgy Chocolate Cake That Will Melt Your Heart

This Moist & Fudgy Chocolate Cake is a one-bowl wonder that satisfies your chocolate cravings with its irresistible flavor and moist texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider cake flour for a lighter texture
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can also be used for depth
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Use Dutch process for smoothness
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure freshness
  • 1 tsp Fine Sea Salt Substitute with regular table salt if needed
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Low-fat milk works as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted butter can be substituted for flavor
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a substitute
  • 2 Large Eggs Best at room temperature
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla is recommended
  • 1 cup Hot Coffee Can be replaced with boiling water

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and fine sea salt until well combined.
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and mix gently until just combined.
  4. Gradually stir in the hot coffee, mixing until the batter is smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Mix until there are no lumps, but avoid overmixing. Line the cake pan with parchment for easy removal. For layer cakes, reduce baking time to about 25 minutes. Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture. The hot coffee enhances the chocolate flavor without being detectable in the final cake.

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