Ruby Chocolate Polenta Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This ruby chocolate polenta cake is something I've made countless times, and it never fails to impress. The combination of creamy polenta and that gorgeous pink chocolate creates such a tender, sophisticated dessert that feels fancy but honestly comes together in under an hour. What I love most is how simple it really is, no fancy techniques needed, just a bowl, a whisk, and basic ingredients you probably have on hand. Polenta brings wonderful nutritional value too, packed with fiber and minerals that make this feel a bit less indulgent than your typical cake. It's become my go to when I want something beautiful and delicious without spending my whole afternoon in the kitchen.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 300 gpolenta
- 150 gruby chocolate
- 150 gsugar
- 2eggs
- 100 mlmilk
- 5 gbaking powder
- 2 gsalt
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 1½ mlvanilla extract
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 20cm round cake pan.
Tip: Use parchment paper for easy cake removal.
- 2
Combine the polenta, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
Tip: Mix well to avoid lumps.
- 3
Add the eggs and mix until smooth.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 4
Add the milk and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
Tip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 5
Melt the butter and let it cool slightly.
Tip: This will help prevent the butter from melting into the cake.
- 6
Add the melted butter to the cake mixture and mix until smooth.
Tip: Use a whisk or spatula for best results.
- 7
Fold in the ruby chocolate.
Tip: Use a spatula to avoid breaking the chocolate.
- 8
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
Tip: Smooth the top for an even bake.
- 9
Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing it.
- 10
Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Let the cake cool completely before glazing.
- 11
Once the cake is cool, melt the glaze ingredients in a saucepan over low heat.
Tip: Adjust the heat as needed to prevent the glaze from burning.
- 12
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
Tip: Let the glaze set before serving.
- 13
Slice the cake and serve.
Tip: Enjoy!
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