Indulge in rich hot cocoa cake for a delicious dessert

Ingredients for Hot cocoa cake

• 485 g caster sugar

• 140 g unsalted butter, room temperature

• 145 g soured cream

• 2 large eggs

• 90 g egg whites

• 10 ml vanilla extract

• 30 ml instant coffee powder

• 30 ml hot water

• 215 g plain flour

• 55 g unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 g baking powder

• 1 g baking soda

• 3 g sea salt

• 160 g chocolate (56% cacao or darker), chips or chopped

How to make Hot cocoa cake

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan) or 190°C (conventional). Spray a Bundt tin with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.

2. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the sugar and butter on medium speed until the mixture resembles wet sand. Add the sour cream and mix until well combined.

3. Add the eggs and then the egg whites, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Once all the eggs are incorporated, add the vanilla extract.

4. Combine the coffee powder with the hot water, then add to the mixing bowl.

5. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until homogeneous.

6. Remove the bowl from the mixer and sift the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Use a spatula to gently fold the ingredients together until fully combined. Add the chocolate chips and mix gently until evenly distributed.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt tin and bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

8. Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then carefully turn it out onto a cake circle or plate.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.