Decadent Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: Decadent Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: for cake; 1 cup boiling water; 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate; 8 tablespoons sweet butter (1 stick); 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 cups sugar; 2 eggs, separated; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 cups flour, less 2 tbsp; 1 teaspoon baking powder; for frosting; 2 tablespoons sweet butter; 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; 6 tablespoons heavy cream; 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

for cake
1 cup boiling water
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
8 tablespoons sweet butter (1 stick)
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups sugar
2 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups flour, less 2 tbsp
1 teaspoon baking powder
for frosting
2 tablespoons sweet butter
3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
6 tablespoons heavy cream
1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

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["Preheat oven to 350u00b0F Grease a 10"" tube pan.", "Pour boiling water over chocolate and butter; let stand until melted.", "Stir in vanilla and sugar, then whisk in egg yolks, one at a time, until blended well.", "Mix soda and sour cream and whisk into chocolate mixture.", "Mix flour and baking powder well, and add to batter, mixing thoroughly.", "Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Stir in a quarter of the egg whites thoroughly into the batter. Scoop the remaining egg whites on top of the batter and gently fold together.", "Pour batter into prepared pan. Set on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 40-50 minute or until the edges have pulled away from the pan and the cake tester inserted comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes; unmold and cool completely before frosting.", "To Make the Frosting:", "Place all ingredients in a heavy saucepan and whisk until smooth over low heat. Cool slightly; add more sugar if necessary. Spread on cake while frosting is still warm."]

2134

kcal

Calories

124

Fat

244

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: for cake, 1 cup boiling water, 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, 8 tablespoons sweet butter (1 stick), and more.

Yes, Decadent Chocolate Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Decadent Chocolate Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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