Dark Chocolate Refrigerator Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

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

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together the butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.

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

4. 4

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.

   Tip: Don't overmix the batter.

5. 5

   Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

   Tip: Let the chocolate cool slightly before adding it to the batter.

6. 6

   Fold the melted chocolate into the batter until well combined.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into a greased and floured 20cm (8 inch) round cake pan.

   Tip: Make sure to smooth the top of the batter.

8. 8

   Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.

   Tip: Don't touch the cake until it has cooled completely.

10. 10

    Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. 11

    Once the cake has cooled, refrigerate it for at least 2 hours or overnight.

    Tip: This will help the cake set and become easier to slice.

12. 12

    Slice the cake and serve.