Chocolate Cake for Two

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a Chocolate Cake for Two that’s perfect for when you’re craving a small, indulgent treat. It’s rich, moist, and easy to make with just a few ingredients!

Ingredients:

For the cake:

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
A pinch of salt
1/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup boiling water (or hot coffee for a richer flavor)

For the frosting:

1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon whole milk (or more if needed)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 4-inch round cake pans (or use 1 larger pan if you prefer, but you may need to adjust baking time).

2. Make the cake batter:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, and mix until combined.
Stir in the boiling water (or hot coffee) slowly. The batter will be thin, but that’s normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans.

3. Bake the cake:

Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Make the frosting:

In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, softened butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.

5. Assemble the cake:

Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one of the cake layers.
Place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.

6. Serve and enjoy:

Slice the cake, serve, and enjoy the delicious chocolate goodness with a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage!

This Chocolate Cake for Two is perfect for a cozy treat, offering all the chocolatey richness you crave, without leftovers! It’s a quick and easy dessert that packs in a lot of flavor.