Description
A rich and delicious dessert perfect for chocolate lovers, combining the fudgy goodness of brownies with the softness of cake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (90g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream
- 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Whipped cream or chocolate ganache (optional)
- Chocolate shavings or extra chips for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your chosen baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and vegetable oil.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few fudgy crumbs.
- Meanwhile, heat the heavy cream with unsalted butter in a saucepan until just simmering. Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Once the cake is out of the oven, let it cool slightly before drizzling or spreading the warm chocolate mixture over the top.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or extra chips, and optionally, add a dollop of whipped cream or a layer of ganache.
Notes
Best served warm or at room temperature. Pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra delight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, brownie cake, dessert recipe, fudgy dessert, easy cake recipe