Dark Chocolate Cake with Chile-Chocolate Buttercream

Chile-chocolate combinations have been enjoyed for centuries in Mexican cuisine, as the spicy heat of the chile peppers complements the rich sweetness of the chocolate.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 130 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Dark Chocolate Cake with Chile-Chocolate Buttercream

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Anytime, Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 5760

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Dark chocolate
• 200 gram Unsalted butter
• 200 gram Granulated sugar
• 4 unit Eggs
• 150 gram All-purpose flour
• 50 gram Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Chile powder
• 200 gram Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy.
4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring until well combined.
5. In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the chocolate mixture, alternating with the milk and vanilla extract.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Meanwhile, prepare the chile-chocolate buttercream by beating the powdered sugar, butter, and chile powder together until light and fluffy.
11. Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the buttercream over the top and sides.
12. Decorate as desired and let the cake rest for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 480kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 40g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.