Description
Experience the joy of baking with this delightful “Chocolate Delight Cake for Two.” This simple yet elegant recipe is perfect for those intimate moments or a quiet dessert at home. Combining classic baking ingredients and a touch of love, this recipe yields a rich and moist chocolate cake that is a pleasure to make and a delight to devour. Perfect for small gatherings, romantic dinners, or as a special treat, this cake promises to satisfy your chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
Cake Batter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 heaping Tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 1/2 Tbsp buttermilk
- 1/4 cup hot water (from the tap)
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Frosting
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 1/2 Tbsp milk (or buttermilk / whipping cream)
- 1 Tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-step Directions
1. Preparing the Cake Batter
In a small mixing bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate small saucepan, combine the butter, cocoa powder, and hot water. Heat until the butter melts and the mixture starts to boil, then pour it over the dry ingredients and stir.
2. Mixing the Wet Ingredients
Add the egg yolk, buttermilk, baking soda, and vanilla to the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
3. Baking the Cake
Pour the batter into a greased 9 x 7 inch baking pan and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Frosting
4. Making the Frosting
Right after the cake comes out of the oven, prepare the frosting. In a small saucepan, combine the butter, milk, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Heat and stir until the butter melts and the ingredients combine into a smooth mixture. Be careful to avoid boiling. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
5. Finishing the Cake
Pour the hot frosting over the warm cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula to cover the entire surface.
Servings & Preparation Time
This recipe yields a single 9 x 7 inch cake, ideal for serving two people. The total preparation time is approximately 10 minutes, with a cooking time of 15 minutes, culminating in a total of 25 minutes from start to finish.
Tips for Storage & Reheating
- Store the leftover cake in an airtight container to maintain freshness. It can be kept at room temperature for 1-2 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- To reheat, lightly microwave slices of the cake for 10-15 seconds. Avoid overheating to maintain the moisture of the cake.
Conclusion
The “Chocolate Delight Cake for Two” is an exquisite example of how simplicity meets decadence. With its moist texture, rich cocoa flavor, and creamy frosting, this cake is a perfect treat to share with someone special. Whether you are new to baking or an experienced baker, this recipe will inspire and impress. Enjoy the process, and relish every bite of this delectable dessert!
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Chocolate Delight Cake for Two
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Single 9 x 7 inch cake, ideal for serving two people 1x
Description
Experience the joy of baking with this delightful “Chocolate Delight Cake for Two.” This simple yet elegant recipe is perfect for those intimate moments or a quiet dessert at home. Combining classic baking ingredients and a touch of love, this recipe yields a rich and moist chocolate cake that is a pleasure to make and a delight to devour. Perfect for small gatherings, romantic dinners, or as a special treat, this cake promises to satisfy your chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 heaping Tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 1/2 Tbsp buttermilk
- 1/4 cup hot water (from the tap)
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 1/2 Tbsp milk (or buttermilk / whipping cream)
- 1 Tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preparing the Cake Batter: In a small mixing bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate small saucepan, combine the butter, cocoa powder, and hot water. Heat until the butter melts and the mixture starts to boil, then pour it over the dry ingredients and stir.
- Mixing the Wet Ingredients: Add the egg yolk, buttermilk, baking soda, and vanilla to the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Baking the Cake: Pour the batter into a greased 9 x 7 inch baking pan and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Making the Frosting: Right after the cake comes out of the oven, prepare the frosting. In a small saucepan, combine the butter, milk, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Heat and stir until the butter melts and the ingredients combine into a smooth mixture. Be careful to avoid boiling. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
- Finishing the Cake: Pour the hot frosting over the warm cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula to cover the entire surface.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: Not specified