SAEDNEWS: Chocolate cake is one of the most delicious and popular types of cake worldwide, often served as an afternoon snack or dessert. To see a full, step-by-step guide on how to make chocolate cake, continue reading with us.
According to Saed News Cooking Service, to make a chocolate cake, first preheat the oven and prepare the pan. Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Beat the eggs, sugar, and vanilla with a mixer, then add milk and oil. Gently fold in the flour, pour the batter into the pan, and bake for 40 minutes. Finally, decorate with melted chocolate.
Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
Flour | 1.5 cups |
Eggs | 2 |
Sugar | 1 heaping cup |
Warm milk | 2/3 cup |
Vegetable oil | 1/2 cup |
Cocoa powder | 3 tbsp |
Baking powder | 1 tsp |
Vanilla | 1/2 tsp |
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F) for a conventional oven. If using an electric oven like a microwave or toaster oven, set the temperature to 150°C (300°F).
Step 2: Prepare the Pan and Sift Dry Ingredients
Line your baking pan with parchment paper or grease it. Take 3 tablespoons of the flour and combine it with cocoa powder and baking powder, then sift the mixture 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 light. Add the milk to the bowl.
Step 4: Add Milk and Oil
Reduce the mixer to medium speed and blend the milk with the other ingredients for 30 seconds. Add the oil and mix for 10 seconds. Gradually fold in the flour in three stages.
Step 5: Gently Fold in Flour
Use a spatula to fold in the flour carefully to preserve the eggs’ volume. Mix from one side until the batter is smooth and uniform. If the batter seems too thin, add 1 tablespoon of sifted flour. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and tap it lightly to remove excess air.
Step 6: Bake the Cake
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake until fully cooked.
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 allow it to cool slightly. Then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a serving plate.
Step 8: Decorate with Chocolate
If desired, melt 200 grams of chocolate with 1 tablespoon of oil using a bain-marie. Pour the melted chocolate over the cake.
Choose the Right Flour
For a soft, tender cake, use cake flour. All-purpose flour works for bread and other pastries, but cake flour has less protein, giving the cake a lighter, softer texture.
Mixing Matters
Follow the instructions for mixing. Overmixing makes the cake tough, while undermixing may prevent it from rising properly.
Do Not Open the Oven
Never open the oven while the cake is baking. Sudden temperature changes can cause the cake to collapse or crack. Patience ensures a perfect, fluffy cake.
