Ingredients:
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 cup butter, at room temperature
4 eggs
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Chocolate Frosting:
1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter
Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Cake:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract.
In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add these dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until well combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and cool completely on a wire rack.
2️⃣ Make the Chocolate Frosting:
In a heatproof bowl, combine the chopped chocolate and whipping cream.
Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Add the butter and mix until melted and well combined.
3️⃣ Frost the Cake:
Once the cake is completely cool, pour the chocolate frosting over the cake, allowing it to run down the sides.
Let the frosting sit for a few minutes to harden slightly before serving.
4️⃣ Serve:
Cut a slice and enjoy this delicious homemade cake with chocolate topping. Perfect to accompany a cup of coffee or tea!
Enjoy! 🍰🍫✨