Praline Devil's Food Cake

Instructions

1. 1

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

   Tip: Use a non-stick spray to prevent the cakes from sticking.

2. 2

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

   Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to ensure they are well combined.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together butter and praline paste until light and fluffy.

   Tip: This will help to incorporate the praline flavor into the cake.

4. 4

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

   Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl after each addition to ensure all the ingredients are well combined.

5. 5

   With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.

   Tip: Be careful not to overmix the batter.

6. 6

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

   Tip: Stir in the butter extract to enhance the chocolate flavor.

7. 7

   Pour the melted chocolate into the cake batter and beat until well combined.

   Tip: This will create a marbled effect in the cake.

8. 8

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

   Tip: Use a spatula to ensure the batter is evenly distributed.

9. 9

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

   Tip: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. 10

    Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread with praline paste. Top with the second layer and dust with powdered sugar.

    Tip: Optional: drizzle with additional praline paste for extra flavor.