Chocolate Raspberry Cake
A delightful Chocolate Raspberry Cake that combines rich chocolate with tart fresh raspberries for a perfectly balanced dessert.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh raspberries Can substitute with other berries like blueberries.
- 1 cup sugar Essential for sweetness and moisture.
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use a high-quality brand for the best taste.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Provides structure; avoid overmixing.
- 1/2 cup butter, softened Ensure it's softened for easy mixing.
- 2 large eggs Acts as a binding agent.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cake rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Provides lift.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
- 1/2 cup milk Provides moisture.
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Adds bursts of chocolate throughout the cake.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, optionally lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, and stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry mixture.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and raspberries.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting and Serving
- Layer the cakes with your favorite frosting, such as raspberry frosting or chocolate ganache.
- Decorate the top with additional fresh raspberries before serving.
Notes
For perfect results, use room temperature ingredients, avoid overmixing the batter, and let cakes cool completely before frosting. If desired, serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g
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