Toffee Devil's Food Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease two 20cm round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.

2. 2

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

   Tip: Ensure accurate measurements.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

   Tip: Use a stand mixer for ease.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to fully incorporate before adding the next.

   Tip: Scrape down the bowl as needed.

5. 5

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

   Tip: Stir until smooth and glossy.

6. 6

   Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.

   Tip: Pour the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

7. 7

   Pour half the batter into each prepared pan and smooth the tops.

   Tip: Tap the pans gently to remove air bubbles.

8. 8

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

   Tip: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

   Tip: Once cool, frost and decorate as desired.