Dark Chocolate Genoise
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
Dark chocolate genoise is one of my favorite cakes to make when I want something impressive without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe comes together in just 35 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for unexpected guests or a last minute dessert craving. The dark chocolate chips and espresso powder create this beautifully deep, sophisticated flavor that feels fancy but tastes wonderfully approachable. Plus, dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants that make indulging in a slice feel a little bit better. What I love most is how simple and affordable it is to put together with ingredients you probably already have at home.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 gsugar
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 3 egglarge eggs
- 150 gdark chocolate chips(finely chopped)
- 100 mlmilk
- 10 gespresso powder
- 50 gunsalted butter, melted
- 1 mLvanilla extract
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the flour for an even texture.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use a stand mixer or hand mixer for the best results.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the melted butter, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 5
Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Let the chocolate cool slightly before folding it into the batter.
- 6
Fold the melted chocolate into the batter until well combined.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid deflating the batter.
- 7
Pour the batter into a greased and floured 20cm (8-inch) round cake pan.
Tip: Make sure to grease the pan well to prevent the cake from sticking.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Rotate the cake halfway through the baking time for even cooking.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Let the cake cool completely before serving.
- 10
Once the cake is cool, you can dust it with powdered sugar or serve with your favorite frosting.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious Dark Chocolate Genoise!
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