SAEDNEWS: Chocolate cake is a popular and delicious type of cake enjoyed worldwide, typically served as an afternoon treat or snack.
According to the Family Magazine service of SaedNews, to make a chocolate cake, first preheat the oven and prepare the baking pan. Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Beat the eggs, sugar, and vanilla together, then add the milk and oil. Gradually mix in the flour, pour the batter into the pan, and bake the cake for 40 minutes. Finally, decorate with melted chocolate.
1½ cups flour
2 eggs
1 heaping cup sugar
⅔ cup warm milk
½ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon vanilla
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F) for conventional ovens. If using an electric oven such as a microwave or toaster oven, set the temperature to 150°C (300°F).
Step 2: Prepare the Pan and Sift Dry Ingredients
Line the baking pan with parchment paper or grease it. Take 3 tablespoons of flour and add cocoa powder and baking powder. Mix well and sift three times.
Step 3: Beat Eggs, Sugar, and Vanilla
In a suitable bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, and vanilla. Beat on high speed for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes creamy and thick. Add the milk.
Step 4: Add Milk and Oil
Set the mixer to medium speed and mix the milk for 30 seconds. Add the oil and mix for another 10 seconds. Gradually add the sifted flour in three stages.
Step 5: Gently Fold in Flour
Use a spatula to fold in the flour carefully to preserve the eggs’ fluffiness. Mix from one side until the batter is smooth and uniform. If the batter is too thin, add 1 tablespoon of sifted flour.
Step 6: Pour Batter into Pan
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and tap it gently on the counter to release any trapped air. Place the pan in the preheated oven to bake.
Step 7: Test and Cool the Cake
After 40 minutes, test the cake with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly. Then remove it from the pan and place it on a serving plate.
Step 8: Decorate with Chocolate
If desired, melt 200 g of chocolate with 1 tablespoon of oil in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (bain-marie). Pour the melted chocolate over the cake.
