- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 450 kcal
Quick summary
“Moist Chocolate Cake is a delicious and easy sweet treat that melts in your mouth. It is a versatile recipe that you can adapt to different tastes.”
What you need to know
- Beat the eggs with the sugar until a light cream forms.
- Add the oil and milk, continuing to beat.
- Mix the flour, chocolate powder, and baking powder.
- Add the hot water little by little, alternating with the dry mixture.
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for approximately 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups of sugar
- 1 cup of cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup oil
- 4 eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup of hot water
Instructions
Principal
- Preheat the oven to 180ºC and grease the pan with butter and flour.
- In a mixer, beat the eggs with the sugar until a light cream forms.
- Add the oil and milk, continuing to beat.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- Add the dry mixture gradually to the mixer, alternating with the hot water.
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for approximately 35 minutes.
- Do the toothpick test: if it comes out clean, the cake is done.
- Remove from the oven, unmold, and let cool before serving.
Chef's tips
- For a softer cake, use warm water instead of cold water.
- Drizzle the cake with a little sugar before unmolding to give a special touch.
- For a lighter cake, reduce the amount of flour by 1 cup.
Variations
- For a softer cake, add 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
- For a crispier cake, add 1 cup of breadcrumbs.
- For a creamier cake, add 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk.
Substitutions
- Replace cocoa powder with chocolate cubes.
- Substitute the oil with butter or coconut oil.
- Replace the milk with a little condensed milk for a more intense flavor.
How to store
Let the cake cool before serving. It should be consumed the next day.
Can it be frozen?
Freezing this cake is not recommended. It loses its consistency and flavor when frozen.
What to serve with
A moist chocolate cake is great served with strawberry ice cream or a glass of iced tea.
Frequently asked questions
How do I freeze this cake?
Freezing this cake is not recommended. It loses its consistency and flavor when frozen.
Can I use warm water instead of cold water?
Yes, you can use warm water for a softer cake.
How can I serve the cake?
Moist chocolate cake is great served with strawberry ice cream or iced tea.
How can I make a crunchier chocolate cake?
Add 1 cup of breadcrumbs to give the cake a crunchy touch.
Can I add any additional ingredient to give more flavor?
Yes, you can add 1 cup of condensed milk to give a more intense flavor.
