Description
This Chocolate Brownie Cake recipe delivers the perfect balance between fudgy, moist, and decadent chocolate indulgence. Made with simple pantry ingredients and rich dark chocolate, it creates a tender, glossy cake that melts in your mouth. Ideal for any occasion, it can be customized with nuts, spices, or dairy-free alternatives, making it a versatile favorite for every chocoholic.
Ingredients
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Core Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (45g) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 4 oz (115g) High-quality Dark Chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup (115g) Butter
- 1 cup (200g) Sugar
- 3/4 cup (95g) All-Purpose Flour
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line or grease an 8-inch square or round baking pan to ensure easy removal of the cake after baking.
- Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl placed over simmering water, gently melt the butter and dark chocolate together, stirring continuously until smooth and fully combined to form the rich base of the cake.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Remove the melted chocolate mixture from heat. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until well incorporated. Then add the sugar and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to create a glossy, smooth batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt. Gradually fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture with care, mixing just until combined to maintain a tender, fudgy texture.
- Bake and Cool: Pour the batter into your prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to set the fudgy texture perfectly.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a dry or cakey texture.
- Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation and rise.
- Check for doneness a few minutes before the timer to prevent overbaking.
- Choose high-quality dark chocolate to enhance flavor and texture.
- Allow the cake to cool fully for clean slices and the best fudgy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of cake)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Chocolate Brownie Cake, Fudgy Brownie, Moist Chocolate Cake, Easy Chocolate Dessert, Gluten Free Brownies, Vegan Brownies, Dark Chocolate Cake