Little Chocolate Cake With Frosting Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Little Chocolate Cake, perfect for one or four! This rich and fudgy chocolate cake recipe is easy to make and delivers intensely chocolatey flavor in every bite. The creamy frosting is the perfect complement, making it an irresistible treat for any chocolate lover. Get ready for a delicious dessert that's surprisingly simple to create!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 1008.3 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Little Chocolate Cake With Frosting

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How to Make Little Chocolate Cake With Frosting

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder with 1 cup boiling water. Stir until smooth and completely blended.
  2. Allow the chocolate mixture to cool slightly. Once cooled, add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ½ cup vegetable shortening, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
  3. Gradually add 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1 cup milk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon white vinegar. Pour the batter into a greased 8x8 inch square baking pan.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  7. For the frosting: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ¼ cup milk, and a pinch of salt.
  8. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and cooks for 1 ½ minutes. Remove from heat.
  9. Immediately pour the mixture into a heatproof bowl set in an ice bath. Beat with an electric mixer for 1 minute.
  10. Add ½ cup unsalted butter, softened, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat for another 10 minutes, or until the frosting is light, fluffy, and reaches your desired consistency.
  11. Frost the completely cooled cake and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

507g

Fat

92g

Carbs

54g