Fresh Chocolate Cake Recipe
Ingredients
This fresh chocolate cake recipe is perfect for any occasion. Whether it is a birthday, anniversary, Valentine’s day or just a casual gathering, you can make this delicious cake in no time. The ingredients for this recipe are all easy to find and you can also make some slight variations to the recipe to make it more unique. Here is what you need:
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of butter, softened
- 2 cups of granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of buttermilk
- 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup of chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
To prepare this delicious chocolate cake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
Alternately add the dry ingredients and the buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts (if using). Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
This cake is best served slightly warm or at room temperature. You can serve it on its own or dress it up with a dollop of whipped cream, a drizzle of melted chocolate, and some fresh fruit. It also pairs well with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of freshly made chocolate frosting.
Storing
This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to make it ahead of time, you can also freeze it for up to 3 months. To freeze, wrap the cooled cake tightly in plastic wrap and then place in a freezer-safe container. When ready to serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bring to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
One serving of this fresh chocolate cake has approximately 317 calories, 16 grams of fat, 33 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of fiber, and 4 grams of protein. It is a great source of vitamin A, iron, and calcium. Enjoy!
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