Easy chocolate cake with ganache Cooking with my kids from www.cookingwithmykids.co.uk
Introduction
Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make chocolate cake recipe that your kids will love? Look no further! This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party or a simple dessert after dinner. The best part? It's super easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.
Ingredients
For the cake: - 2 cups all-purpose flour - 2 cups granulated sugar - 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder - 2 teaspoons baking powder - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda - 1 teaspoon salt - 1 cup milk - 1/2 cup vegetable oil - 2 large eggs - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract - 1 cup boiling water For the frosting: - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened - 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder - 3 cups powdered sugar - 1/3 cup milk - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). 2. Grease two 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pans with butter or cooking spray. 3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 4. Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined. 5. Stir in boiling water (the batter will be thin). Be careful not to overmix. 6. Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. 7. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool completely in the pans before removing them. 8. For the frosting, beat the butter until creamy. Add cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat on low speed until combined, then increase the speed to high and beat for about 2 minutes until smooth and fluffy. 9. Place one of the cakes on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. 10. Place the second cake on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting. 11. Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings, such as sprinkles or chocolate chips.
Nutrition
This recipe makes about 12 servings. Each serving contains approximately: - Calories: 590 - Total Fat: 22g - Saturated Fat: 11g - Cholesterol: 69mg - Sodium: 466mg - Total Carbohydrates: 100g - Dietary Fiber: 4g - Sugars: 76g - Protein: 6g
Conclusion
This kids chocolate cake recipe is a crowd-pleaser and is sure to impress your little ones. It's easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. You can also get creative with the toppings and decorations to make it even more special. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out!
