Old Fashioned Tea Time Milk Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of an *Old Fashioned Tea Time Milk Chocolate Cake*, a timeless dessert that brings together rich cocoa flavor, velvety texture, and simple elegance in every slice. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and whole milk, resulting in a wonderfully moist and tender cake with minimal effort. The secret touch of boiling water ensures a luxuriously smooth batter, while a drizzle of melted milk chocolate adds a decadent finish. Perfectly paired with a steaming cup of tea or coffee, this classic chocolate cake is an ideal centerpiece for your next gathering or afternoon tea. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this recipe promises old-fashioned comfort with modern-day ease.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 4 ounces milk chocolate bar (for topping, optional)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.
Step 3
Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Step 4
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will become thin, but this is normal. Mix until fully incorporated.
Step 5
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove the pans from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Then carefully remove the cakes from the pans and allow them to cool completely.
Step 8
If desired, melt the milk chocolate bar using a double boiler or in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled cakes as a topping.
Step 9
Serve with a cup of tea and enjoy this classic, moist milk chocolate cake that’s perfect for any tea time.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1507.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4235.0 |
| Total Fat 187.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g | |
| Cholesterol 458.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4297.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 641.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 53.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 374.4g | |
| Protein 77.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 198.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 749.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 34.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2999.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories