Velvet Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: Velvet Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. cake flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 c. brown sugar; 1/2 c. shortening; 2 well beaten eggs; 1/2 c. cocoa; 1 c. cold water; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 tsp. soda in 2 Tbsp. boiling water; 1 c. chopped nuts (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Sift flour 2 times with 2 tablespoons cornstarch if cake flour is omitted.
2
Measure and mix with salt and cocoa.
3
Sift again. Cream shortening; add sugar gradually, beating thoroughly after each addition.
4
Add vanilla and well beaten eggs.
5
Beat until fluffy.
6
Beat in flour mixture alternately with the water.
7
Add the dissolved soda and beat well.
8
Bake in layer cake pans at 350u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes.

1047

kcal

Calories

Fat

227

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. cake flour, 1/2 tsp. salt, 2 c. brown sugar, 1/2 c. shortening, and more.

Yes, Velvet 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.

Velvet Chocolate Cake

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