Extreme Dark Chocolate Cake

Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and has been linked to various health benefits, including improved heart health and brain function.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Extreme Dark Chocolate Cake

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Dark chocolate
• 200 gram Unsalted butter
• 200 gram Granulated sugar
• 4 unit Eggs
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 120 gram All-purpose flour
• 40 gram Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Hot water
• 50 gram Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Add the melted chocolate mixture to the sugar mixture and mix well.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
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. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
11. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and hot water to make a glaze.
12. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
13. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

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.