Chilli Chocolate Devil's Food Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease two 20cm (8-inch) round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter until creamy, about 2 minutes.

   Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

4. 4

   Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

5. 5

   With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.

6. 6

   Stir in chilli flakes and dark chocolate chips.

7. 7

   Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.

8. 8

   Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.