Chocolate Craving Cake Decadence (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake
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1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
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1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
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½ cup (63 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
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¾ teaspoon baking powder
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¾ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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1 large egg
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½ cup (100 g) whole milk
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¼ cup (55 g) vegetable oil
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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½ cup (118 g) warm water or warm brewed coffee
→ Frosting
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1 cup (168 g) milk chocolate chips
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½ cup sour cream
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) for a glass or ceramic dish, or 325°F (163°C) for a metal pan. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides and bottom.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.
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Add the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix on low speed until combined, then increase to medium speed and mix for 2 minutes.
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Stir in the warm water or coffee until fully incorporated. The batter will be thin.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs but no wet batter.
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Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted.
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Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate until smooth and fluffy.
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Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
# Notes:
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Warm coffee can be used instead of water to enhance the chocolate flavor.