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Small Chocolate Cake

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A moist, fluffy, and delightful chocolate cake, perfect for cozy evenings or small gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (130g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) dark brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup (120g) full-fat sour cream
  • ¼ cup (60mL) vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120mL) boiling water
  • ½ teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 cups (260g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 6-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl: flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream the sugars and eggs together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the sugar-egg mixture and mix until combined.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet, alternating with boiling water until mixed.
  6. Add the instant espresso powder if using, and mix gently.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the frosting by beating together butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla until fluffy. Adjust consistency with milk if necessary.
  10. Frost the cooled cakes, layering and covering them evenly with frosting.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use almond meal instead of flour. Customize with different flavor extracts or fillings.

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Keywords: chocolate cake, dessert, baking, comfort food, small cake

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