Welcome to The Cooks Playground, where every recipe is a celebration of decadence and delight! Today, Jenny Morris is diving into the irresistible world of chocolate with a mouthwatering creation: chocolate cake. Join her as she embarks on a journey to discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect chocolatey indulgence, from rich cocoa flavours to moist, tender crumb. Whether you’re a devoted chocoholic or simply looking to satisfy your sweet cravings, this chocolate cake recipe is guaranteed to leave you craving for more.
Ingredients
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 cup sunflower oil
1 cup Buttermilk
1/2 cups sifted cake flour
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 cup very strong black coffee
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
5 ml Baking powder
5ml Bi carb
Method
Preheat oven 170 deg C
- Lightly spray a 23 cm bundt tin
- Place the sugar, eggs and oil into the bowl of your food processor and whip together till light and fluffy.
- Add the buttermilk and mix to incorporate
- Add the flour cocoa, vinegar coffee, vanilla, baking powder and bicarbonate of soda, do not over mix.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared cake tin.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Cool the cake before removing from the tin
Spoon over the ganache and decorate with berries or chocolate curls.
As you take your last heavenly bite of this delectable chocolate cake, we hope you’ve experienced the joy and indulgence that only the finest desserts can bring. From its velvety texture to its intense cocoa flavour, this cake is a true testament to the timeless allure of chocolate. With Jenny’s recipe in hand, you’re equipped to create moments of pure bliss and sweet memories with every slice. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the magic of chocolate cake continue to delight and inspire you in your culinary adventures. Here’s to decadence, satisfaction, and the simple pleasures that chocolate brings to our lives!
