Chocolate Cake W Vanilla Sauce

Indulge in the rich decadence of this Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Sauce, a dessert that pairs moist, chocolatey layers with a silky, homemade vanilla sauce for the ultimate comfort treat. This recipe features a perfectly balanced blend of all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and vanilla extract, with a splash of boiling water to ensure an irresistibly tender crumb. The accompanying vanilla sauce, made from heavy cream, egg yolks, and real vanilla bean, adds a luxurious, velvety touch that elevates every bite. Ready in just an hour, this delightful cake serves 8 and is perfect for special occasions, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings. Whether enjoyed warm or cooled, this chocolate cake with a drizzle of creamy vanilla sauce is pure dessert bliss!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 eggs
• 240 milliliters whole milk
• 120 milliliters vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 240 milliliters boiling water
• 240 milliliters heavy cream
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 3 egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla bean or vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix on medium speed until the batter is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Gradually mix in the boiling water, a little at a time, until the batter becomes thin. This creates the moist texture of the cake.

Step 5

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 6

Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

To make the vanilla sauce, combine heavy cream and sugar in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves.

Step 8

In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks. Slowly add a small amount of the warm cream mixture to the yolks while whisking constantly to temper them.

Step 9

Once tempered, pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Step 10

Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the butter and vanilla extract (or scraped seeds from a vanilla bean). Let the sauce cool slightly before serving.

Step 11

To assemble, slice and serve the chocolate cake with a generous drizzle of warm vanilla sauce on top. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1550.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4216.1

Total Fat 250.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.4g
Cholesterol 1257.2mg	0%
Sodium 4089.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 452.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g	0%
Total Sugars 265.1g
Protein 59.7g	0%

Vitamin D 245.8IU	0%
Calcium 523.5mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 1565.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.3%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 42.1%