Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the timeless delight of a homemade chocolate cake, soft, moist, and bursting with rich cocoa flavour. This easy chocolate cake recipe uses simple pantry ingredients like milk, butter, powdered sugar, eggs, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, vanilla essence, and the creamy goodness of Nestlé MILKMAID.

With its deep chocolatey taste and luscious texture, this chocolate cake is a dream come true for dessert lovers. It can be made quickly, making it perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply when you crave something sweet. Once you’ve made this, you’ll know why it’s one of the best chocolate cake recipes for every occasion.

About Our Recipe

This chocolate cake recipe celebrates the richness of cocoa and the sweetness of Nestlé MILKMAID, which adds unmatched creaminess and moisture to every bite. Preparing this chocolate cake is simple yet deeply satisfying. Begin by whisking together the dry ingredients—flour and cocoa powder. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the eggs and fold in the flour mixture to create a smooth, velvety batter.

When baked, the result is a soft, tender chocolate cake that’s as indulgent as it is elegant. Allow it to cool before topping it with a luscious fudge icing made with MILKMAID for a glossy, irresistible finish. Each slice of this chocolate cake delivers a moist crumb and rich flavour that melts in your mouth.

This simple chocolate cake recipe is perfect for both special celebrations and casual treats. Pair it with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra indulgent experience. Ready to bake the best chocolate cake at home? Follow our step-by-step guide below and discover pure chocolate bliss.

Along with our chocolate cake recipe, be sure to explore our must-try bakes like Black Forest Cake and Torte Cake—each one made to delight every taste.

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Ingredients

1/4 tinNestlé MILKMAID

1/4 cup Nestlé a+ Toned Milk

150 gButter

150 gPowdered Sugar

3Eggs

125 gMaida ( Flour)

3-4 tbsp (25 g)Cocoa Powder

1.5 tspBaking Powder

1 tspVanilla Essence

4 tbspCocoa Powder

50 gButter

How to make Chocolate Cake

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180° C. Lightly grease an 8-inch diameter baking tin and dust with flour.
Step 2: Sieve together maida, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Keep aside.
Step 3: Soften butter in a bowl, add powdered sugar, and beat well to a creamy consistency. Add vanilla essence and mix. Slowly beat in the eggs one by one, then fold in the sieved maida mixture and mix well. Add milk and mix to get a dropping consistency.
Step 4: Pour the chocolate cake batter into the prepared baking tin and bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or till a toothpick inserted in the centre of the chocolate cake comes out clean.
Step 5: Remove the chocolate cake from the oven and cool for a while. Keep it on a wire rack or plate.
Step 6: For Fudge Icing: Mix Nestlé MILKMAID, cocoa powder, and butter and beat well. Microwave for 20 seconds and mix well.
Step 7: Spread it over the cooled chocolate cake and leave to set. Slice the homemade chocolate cake and serve.

Tips to Make Chocolate Cake

Avoid overmixing the batter, as it can lead to a dense, tough chocolate cake.
Grease and flour the cake pan to prevent the chocolate cake from sticking or breaking when removed.
Preheat the oven to ensure even baking and proper rising of the chocolate cake.
Gently tap the filled pan on the counter to release trapped air bubbles from the batter before baking.
To prevent overcooking, start checking your chocolate cake’s doneness around the 25-minute mark.
Ensure the chocolate cake is completely cool before frosting it, or you'll end up with a melted frosting.

FAQs on Chocolate Cake

1. Is it necessary to refrigerate chocolate cake?

Chocolate cake and most cakes can be stored at room temperature for two days, but when in doubt, always refrigerate. This way, the chocolate cake will last longer, especially if the weather is too humid or your kitchen gets too hot.

2. When frosting a chocolate cake, how do you avoid it from crumbling?

Before frosting the chocolate cake, make sure it has completely cooled. Freezing the cake layers before frosting is a great approach to avoid crumbling. Crumb coating, or frosting the chocolate cake in a thin layer, captures crumbs and keeps it moist.

3. Why is my chocolate cake so dry?

If you find that your chocolate cake is dry, you can check for the following:

Make sure the exact ingredients mentioned in the above chocolate cake recipe are followed.
If the temperature of your oven is not set properly, it can be an issue.

In such instances, a simple syrup can add moisture to the cake and help compensate for its dryness. Just boil equal parts of sugar and water, then allow the syrup to cool before gently brushing it onto the cake layers.

4. Can I use this easy chocolate cake recipe to make cupcakes instead of a cake?

Yes! This is one of the best chocolate cake recipes to be adapted to make delicious chocolate cupcakes, too. Simply pour the batter into lined cupcake pans and adjust the baking time accordingly. Start checking for doneness after 15-20 minutes, as cupcakes usually bake faster than a full-sized cake.

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