The Best Chocolate Snack Cake
Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with *The Best Chocolate Snack Cake*, a decadent yet easy-to-make dessert perfect for any occasion. This moist and rich chocolate cake is crafted with simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and a touch of vanilla, creating a heavenly balance of sweetness and depth. The secret to its irresistibly tender crumb lies in the addition of boiling water, ensuring every bite melts in your mouth. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a one-bowl method, you can whip up this homemade delight in no time. Ideal for snacking or sharing, this 8x8-inch cake can be topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a classic finish or enjoyed as is. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this recipe guarantees irresistible flavor with minimal effort—your ultimate go-to for a quick chocolate fix!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 Egg
- 0.5 cup Boiling water
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine evenly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and the egg until well blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal and ensures a moist cake.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar if desired, slice into squares, and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.6 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 35.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 211 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 2631 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 436.2 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.8 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 224.3 g | ||
| Protein | 52.3 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 28.2 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 2267 mg | 48% | |
*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.
