Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake With Chocolate Glaze Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake! The secret ingredient? Beets! They add a surprising depth of moisture and a beautiful, rich color to this intensely chocolatey cake. Adapted from a treasured Time-Life recipe, this cake is incredibly moist and satisfying. Don't be alarmed if it rises dramatically – the top forms a delicious crust that holds up perfectly when inverted to cool. A small slice is all you'll need to experience the intense chocolate flavor balanced by a subtle spicy kick. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 125 mins
Calories 434.3 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake With Chocolate Glaze

  • 2 cups cooked and mashed beets
  • Sifted Flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Ground Cloves
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Dark Brown Sugar
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Unsweetened Baking Chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Semisweet Baking Chocolate
  • Unsalted Butter
  • Light Corn Syrup
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

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How to Make Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake With Chocolate Glaze

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked and mashed beets, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 125 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Once completely cool, prepare the chocolate glaze by melting the chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler. Stir until smooth and glossy.
  8. Pour the glaze over the cooled cake and let it set before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

142g

Fat

37g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake With Chocolate Glaze?

Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake With Chocolate Glaze takes about 155 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 125 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake With Chocolate Glaze?

Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake With Chocolate Glaze has approximately 434.3 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 36 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake With Chocolate Glaze?

The key ingredients for Spicy Chocolate Beet Cake With Chocolate Glaze are Beets, Sifted Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Ground Cloves, Ground Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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