Salted Chocolate Devil's Food Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
This decadent devil's food cake is my go to when I want something impressive but don't have all day in the kitchen. With a total time of just under an hour, you can have a showstopping dessert on the table without the stress. What really makes this cake special is the combination of rich dark chocolate and a surprising hit of flaky sea salt that brings out all those deep cocoa flavors. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little better about indulging in this treat. The hazelnuts add a lovely crunch and richness that takes the whole thing to another level. Trust me, once your friends taste this, they'll be asking for the recipe.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gdark chocolate chips
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 4 egglarge eggs
- 20 gflaky sea salt
- 100 gunsweetened cocoa powder
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 120 mlunsalted milk
- 10 mlpure vanilla extract
- 100 gchopped hazelnuts
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease two 20cm round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
Tip: To ensure even baking, rotate the cake pans halfway through the cooking time.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, melt the chocolate chips over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Be patient and let the chocolate melt slowly to avoid seizing up.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisking helps incorporate air and ensures a smooth batter.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
Tip: Using room-temperature eggs ensures a light and fluffy cake.
- 5
Add the vanilla extract to the egg mixture and whisk to combine.
Tip: Vanilla enhances the overall flavor of the cake.
- 6
Pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture and whisk until smooth.
Tip: The chocolate will help bind the ingredients together.
- 7
Gradually pour the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture and whisk until just combined.
Tip: Overmixing can result in a dense cake.
- 8
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
Tip: A smooth batter ensures an even bake.
- 9
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Rotate the cakes halfway through the cooking time to prevent hot spots.
- 10
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 5 minutes.
Tip: This step allows the cakes to release from the pans more easily.
- 11
Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: This step is crucial to ensure the cake is fully cooled before frosting.
- 12
Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread with a layer of frosting. Top with the second layer.
Tip: This step creates a beautiful and delicious dessert.
- 13
Dust the top of the cake with flaky sea salt and garnish with chopped hazelnuts.
Tip: The sea salt enhances the flavors of the cake and adds a touch of elegance.
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