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Valentine Chocolate Cake

Valentine Chocolate Cake

Indulge in this rich and moist Valentine Chocolate Cake, perfect for sharing with loved ones and celebrating special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.25 cups heavy cream

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer
  • cake pans
  • Parchment Paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs until frothy; add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
  5. Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Frosting Instructions
  1. For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually mix in powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Add heavy cream to reach desired consistency.
  2. Frost cooled cakes generously and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 6gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to customize your cake by adding chocolate chips or using a different type of milk for a dairy-free option.

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