Description
This moist chocolate cake is rich, soft, and soaked with a warm chocolate sauce that enhances every bite. It’s an easy and indulgent dessert made from everyday ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 120 ml vegetable oil
- 200 ml milk
- 30 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 10 g baking powder
- For the chocolate sauce:
- 25 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 120 ml vegetable oil
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 200 ml milk
Instructions
- Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and frothy. Add vegetable oil and milk; whisk to combine. Sift in cocoa powder, vanilla, flour, and baking powder. Mix gently until the batter is smooth.
- Prepare the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cocoa powder, oil, sugar, and milk. Stir until the sugar dissolves (do not boil). Set aside and reserve 1 cup of sauce for soaking.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into a greased 22–24 cm round or medium rectangular baking pan. Bake at 170–180°C for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Soak the cake: Let the cake rest for 2–3 minutes after baking. Slowly pour 1 cup of warm sauce evenly over the top. Let it soak in and cool. Serve with extra sauce if desired.
Notes
- Use a whisk and spatula—no mixer required.
- Pour sauce while the cake is still warm for better absorption.
- Add-ins like nuts, coconut, or grated chocolate can be sprinkled on top before serving.
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat to restore softness.
- Add instant coffee or dark chocolate to the sauce for a flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
