Chocolate Snack Cake

Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistibly moist and fluffy Chocolate Snack Cake, a quick and easy dessert perfect for any occasion. Featuring the rich depth of unsweetened cocoa powder, this one-bowl wonder comes together with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and a touch of vanilla for a classic chocolate flavor that's sure to satisfy. The secret to its ultra-tender crumb is the addition of boiling water, which creates a silky, pourable batter that bakes to perfection in just 30 minutes. With a prep time of only 15 minutes, this cake is ideal for last-minute gatherings or weeknight treats. Finish it off with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant yet effortless presentation, and serve up 9 generous slices of chocolatey bliss! Perfect for chocoholics and easy baking enthusiasts alike, this recipe is destined to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 9

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup boiling water
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Using a whisk or electric mixer, mix until the batter is smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

Slowly add the boiling water to the batter. Mix gently until the batter has a thin, pourable consistency.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Once the cake is fully cooled, dust it with powdered sugar as an optional finishing touch. Slice into 9 equal pieces and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(840.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2191.3

Total Fat 90.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.7g
Cholesterol 234.2mg	0%
Sodium 1377.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 390.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 67.5g	0%
Total Sugars 191.5g
Protein 58.7g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 407.3mg	0%
Iron 35.0mg	0%
Potassium 3106.1mg	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: 31.1%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 59.9%