The Best Chocolate Coffee Cake

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Check out the step-by-step photos and watch the video to learn how to make this easy chocolate coffee cake recipe.

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HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE COFFEE CAKE

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Grease a round cake pan with margarine and line with parchment paper.

Step 2: In a large glass bowl, mix the flour, sugar, chocolate powder, baking powder and salt. Add the eggs, vegetable oil, milk and whisk until a creamy mixture. Pour the coffee and mix until obtain a homogeneous mixture.

Step 3: Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake about 35 minutes.

Step 4: Remove cake from the oven and allow to cool for 25 to 30 minutes inside the pan.

Step 5: Remove from the pan and place the cake onto a wire rack or serving plate.

Step 6: Allow to cool to room temperature, garnish with powdered sugar and serve.

RECIPE TIPS

Some tips to make a cake rise:
1. Add leavening agents like baking powder and baking soda to the cake.
2. Ensure that ingredients like eggs and dairy are at room temperature.
3. Preheat the oven and avoid opening the oven while the cake is cooking. Opening the oven door frequently while baking can cause fluctuations in temperature, affecting the cake's rise.
4. Choosing the correct pan size is also important.

Some tips to prevent the cake from sinking:
If the cake is taken out of the oven before it is fully cooked in the center, it can collapse as it cools. Use a toothpick to test whether the cake is cooked, it should come out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
Do not open the oven door while the cake is cooking, sudden temperature changes can also affect the cake’s structure, leading to the cake sinking.
Always make sure to preheat the oven before placing the cake in the oven.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does chocolate cake last?
It can last for around 2 to 4 days at room temperature in a tightly closed container or wrapped in plastic wrap. If it is a chocolate cake that has, for example, butter or chocolate cream frosting, the shelf life can vary between 1 and 2 days, at room temperature.

If the cake has butter or chocolate cream frosting, we recommend storing the cake in the fridge.

Can I replace chocolate powder with cocoa powder?
Yes, you can substitute chocolate powder with cocoa powder. Keep in mind that you may need to adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe since chocolate powder contains sugar.

The Best Chocolate Coffee Cake

Chocolate coffee cake! With no fancy ingredients or complicated steps, it's an easy chocolate cake recipe that only takes 30-35 minutes to bake!

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Category:Breakfast, Cakes, Chocolate, Desserts, Recipes, Videos
Cuisine: Portuguese
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 12 slices
Prep Time:20 m
Cook Time:35 m
Total Time:55 m
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Ingredients
• 2 tablespoons chocolate powder
• 100 ml (1/2 cup) strong coffee
• 100 ml (1/2 cup) milk
• A pinch of salt
• 200 grams (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
• 2 medium eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 150 grams (2/3 cup) granulated sugar
• 50 ml (1/4 cup) vegetable oil
• Powdered sugar for garnish
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Grease a round cake pan (20 x 7 centimeters (8 x 2 3/4 inches)) with margarine and line with parchment paper.
2. In a large glass bowl, mix the flour, sugar, chocolate powder, baking powder and salt. Add the eggs, vegetable oil, milk and whisk until a creamy mixture. Pour the coffee and mix until obtain a homogeneous mixture.
3. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes (the time depends on the oven).
4. Remove cake from the oven and allow to cool for 25 to 30 minutes inside the pan.
5. Remove from the pan and place the cake onto a wire rack or serving plate.
6. Allow to cool to room temperature, garnish with powdered sugar and serve.
The Best Chocolate Coffee Cake
Nutrition facts
Serves 12 slices
Per Serving:
% DAILY VALUE
Calories 175
Total Fat 6 g(8%)
Saturated Fat 2 g(9%)
Cholesterol 28 mg(9%)
Sodium 28 mg(1%)
Total Carbohydrate 30.5 g(11%)
Protein 4.5 g