Chocolate Kahlua Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup Kahlua coffee liquor
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup boiling water

Preparation Time:

• Total preparation time: 2 hours (including baking time)
• Preparation before baking: 45 minutes
• Baking time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

[Level 3] - Moderate. Requires precise measurement and mixing of ingredients, as well as patience for baking.

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the Kahlua coffee liquor, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Add the boiling water and baking soda and mix well.
5. Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
6. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)

• Calories: 500-600 (depending on exact ingredient quantities)
• Fat: 25-30g
• Carbohydrates: 70-80g
• Protein: 5-6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and chocolatey flavor due to cocoa powder and Kahlua coffee liquor.
• Moist and dense texture due to the addition of vegetable oil and boiling water.
• Strong coffee flavor that Americans often enjoy.

User Comments:

1. "This cake was amazing! The chocolate and Kahlua flavors were perfect together."
2. "I loved the dense and moist texture of this cake."
3. "The preparation was a bit time-consuming, but the result was worth it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use accurate measurements for the ingredients to ensure the best result.
• Use good-quality cocoa powder and Kahlua coffee liquor for the best flavor.
• Handle the hot cake pan carefully when pouring the batter to avoid burns.
• Allow the cake to cool completely before serving to ensure the best texture and flavor.