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Double Chocolate Sponge Cake Recipe

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Ingredients

This double chocolate sponge cake is moist and fluffy with a delicious chocolate flavor. It requires just a few simple ingredients, so it is easy to whip up. To make this cake, you will need:

  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) hot water
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

To make this double chocolate sponge cake, start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water and cocoa powder until smooth. Add this to the cake batter and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.

Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Once the cake is cool, you can serve as-is or top with a chocolate glaze or frosting. This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

This double chocolate sponge cake is rich and indulgent, but not overly so. One slice of this cake contains approximately:

  • 266 calories
  • 14.4 g fat
  • 35.5 g carbohydrate
  • 2.7 g protein

This cake contains healthy fat and carbohydrates, but it is not considered a low-calorie dessert. If you are looking for a lighter dessert option, you can opt to omit the chocolate chips and skip the glaze or frosting. This will result in a cake that contains fewer calories and fat.

This double chocolate sponge cake is a delicious and easy dessert option. It requires just a few simple ingredients and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Whether you serve this cake as-is or top with a chocolate glaze or frosting, it is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.


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