Sokolatopita Greek Chocolate Cake Recipe

Indulge your chocolate cravings with this irresistible Sokolatopita – a deceptively simple Greek chocolate cake! Unlike a traditional pie, this 'pita' boasts a wonderfully flat, fudgy texture. Our recipe delivers rich chocolate flavor in just 32 minutes, making it the perfect quick treat for chocoholics everywhere. Get ready for a taste of Greece!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 529.2 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for Sokolatopita Greek Chocolate Cake

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How to Make Sokolatopita Greek Chocolate Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, and cocoa powder until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

144g

Fat

97g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sokolatopita Greek Chocolate Cake?

Sokolatopita Greek Chocolate Cake takes about 47 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 32 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sokolatopita Greek Chocolate Cake?

Sokolatopita Greek Chocolate Cake has approximately 529.2 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sokolatopita Greek Chocolate Cake?

The key ingredients for Sokolatopita Greek Chocolate Cake are Butter, Boiling Water, Sugar, Cocoa Powder, Brandy, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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