Ingredients and Weight:
- Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks)
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Eggs: 4 large
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Cocoa powder: 1/4 cup
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Chocolate chunks or chips: 1/2 cup (optional)
- Fresh fruit of your choice for topping (e.g., strawberries, blueberries)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter-sugar-egg mixture, alternating with a few drops of vanilla extract.
- Stir in the chocolate chunks or chips (if using).
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before adding fresh fruit topping of your choice.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming no additional toppings)
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey with a soft and moist texture.
- Can be customized with different toppings to suit different tastes.
- Ideal for chocolate lovers and those seeking a rich dessert.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent chocolate cake recipe! The texture is perfect, and the chocolate flavor is rich and delicious."
- "I added strawberries and whipped cream as a topping, it was an excellent combination."
- "I found the baking time to be a bit long, but the result was worth it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking.
- Use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust baking time according to your oven's calibration; check frequently towards the end to avoid over-baking.
