Ingredients and Weight:
- Dark chocolate bars - 8 (recommended brand: Hershey's or Ghirardelli)
- Unsalted butter - 1 cup (227g)
- Sugar - 1 cup (200g)
- Eggs - 4
- All-purpose flour - 1 cup (125g)
- Cocoa powder - 1/3 cup (35g)
- Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 40 minutes
- Total: 60 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt the chocolate and butter in a double boiler or microwave. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and combine well.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey with a moist and dense texture.
- The perfect balance of chocolate and vanilla flavors.
- A classic dessert that is both sweet and decadent.
User Comments:
- "This is the best chocolate cake I've ever made! The texture was perfect, and the chocolate flavor was so rich."
- "I loved the balance of flavors between the chocolate and vanilla. This will be my go-to chocolate cake recipe."
- "This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the rich and chocolatey taste."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use high-quality chocolate bars for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent a tough cake.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing, as it will be easier to slice and serve.
