Miniature Chocolate Cake

Ingredients

– 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
– 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
– 6 tablespoons (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup (115g) whole milk, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pan.

Optional Chocolate Ganache

– 1/2 cup (115g) heavy cream
– 1/2 cup (85g) semisweet chocolate chips

Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until simmering. Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.

Assembly

1. Once the cakes are completely cool, drizzle with chocolate ganache, if desired.
2. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (per serving)

– Calories: 120
– Protein: 2g
– Fat: 7g
– Saturated Fat: 4g
– Cholesterol: 20mg
– Carbohydrates: 15g
– Fiber: 1g
– Sugar: 10g
– Sodium: 50mg

Servings

– 12-15 mini cakes

Cooking Time

– 12-15 minutes

Difficulty Level

– Easy