Description
Indulge in these rich and moist chocolate mini cakes, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream)
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini cake or muffin pan. - Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. - Cream the Butter and Sugar:
In another bowl, mix the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract. - Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until combined and smooth. - Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared mini cake or muffin pan. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely on a wire rack. - Prepare the Whipped Cream:
In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. - Assemble the Mini Cakes:
Once the cakes are cool, slice each one horizontally to create two layers. Spread a layer of whipped cream on the bottom half and place the top half back on. Pipe more whipped cream on top using a piping bag with a star tip. - Garnish:
Sprinkle chocolate shavings over the whipped cream.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting for a smoother batter.
- You can add a spoon of coffee to the batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Use a gentle hand when folding in the dry ingredients to keep the batter light.
- For extra richness, add small pieces of chocolate into the batter before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cake