Cocoa Cake

Name: Cocoa Cake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: Unsweetened cocoa powder 2 cups; Type 00 flour &frac13; cup; Sugar 0.9 cup; Whole milk at room temperature ¾ cup; Butter 9 tbsp; Eggs (approximately 3 medium) 6.2 oz; Butter to taste; Raspberries to taste; Powdered sugar to taste

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378

Calories per serving

Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 378
Carbohydrates g 35.4
of which sugars g 27.7
Protein g 9.4
Fats g 22.1
of which saturated fat g 12.33
Fiber g 7.8
Cholesterol mg 122
Sodium mg 279

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Serving: 8
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

In Italy, cocoa cake is kind of a big deal—popping up all over the place, especially when there's leftover cocoa powder from making tiramisù or tartufini. Really, it's a treat cherished for its soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Pretty much perfect for casual weekdays or family get-togethers on the weekend. There's no fuss—just pure, rich chocolate goodness with a tender crumb. And you know what? It's got just the right amount of sweetness.

This is known as an easy chocolate cake recipe, using simple pantry staples. It is a moist and satisfying dessert. Really really good. You get the indulgence of a fancy chocolate cake without any hassle. Baking with cocoa powder? Enhances the flavor for sure. It's like a staple in Italian homes—a homemade treat that's a bit special.

During the warmer months, a slice of cocoa cake with gelato or vanilla ice cream? So good. When it gets chilly, drizzle some crema inglese over your chocolate cake for a creamy, sweet touch. And look, for those in a hurry, there's a quicker version that still nails that melty texture. Italian families often tweak this simple chocolate cake—some add more cocoa for intense flavor, others keep it light.

No question, the cake is all about sharing, whether it's at a casual gathering or just as a cozy treat. It's good year-round, and once you savor that moist, chocolaty crumb, you'll totally get why it's a must in Italian dessert traditions. Baking with cocoa powder has never been more fun—or easy. This homemade chocolate cake is really, really something special. So, whether you're an experienced baker or just trying it out, this cake is a fantastic way to bring a touch of Italy to your kitchen. Which is great, right?

INGREDIENTS

378

Calories per serving

Ingredients for a 8-inch pan: Unsweetened cocoa powder 2 cups (200 g); Type 00 flour ⅓ cup (50 g); Sugar 0.9 cup (180 g); Whole milk ¾ cup (170 g) - at room temperature; Butter 9 tbsp (125 g); Eggs 6.2 oz (175 g) - (approximately 3 medium)

for greasing the pan: Butter to taste

for garnish: Raspberries to taste; Powdered sugar to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Cocoa Cake

To prepare the cocoa cake, first melt the butter and let it cool. Meanwhile, crack the eggs into a bowl and add the sugar 1. Whisk with electric beaters 2 until you get a fluffy and frothy mixture. While continuing to beat, add the now warm butter 3

and gradually pour in the milk 4 until you get a uniform mixture 5. Sift the cocoa powder directly into it 6

and gently mix with a spatula to combine 7. Then also sift in the flour 8 and mix again until you get a homogeneous mixture 9.

Butter an 8-inch springform pan and pour the mixture into it 10. Level the surface with the spatula 11 and bake in a preheated static oven at 350°F for about 30 minutes on the lowest rack of the oven. To check for doneness, do the toothpick test: if, once inserted, the batter comes out dry, it means the cake is ready to be removed from the oven. Once cooked, take the cake out of the oven 12 and let it cool

before removing it from the pan 13. Decorate with plenty of powdered sugar and fresh raspberries 14 before serving your cocoa cake 15.

Storage

The cocoa cake can be stored for 2-3 days under a glass dome. You can freeze the cake after baking.

Advice

You can serve the cake with mixed red fruits and a fresh cream and yogurt mixture that will tone down the strong but delightful flavor of this cake. Those who prefer to accentuate and enhance the unique flavor imparted by the cocoa can opt for a coffee custard.

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