Description
Mexican Chocolate Cake is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate, warm cinnamon, and a hint of chili powder that will tantalize your taste buds. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday party or just a cozy evening at home. With its moist texture and fluffy frosting, every slice promises a treat that’s both comforting and exciting. Bake this cake to impress friends and family, or simply indulge yourself—you deserve it!
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp chili powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp milk or cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter and dust with flour.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and chili powder.
- In another bowl, beat eggs until frothy; then add milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix well.
- Gradually combine the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until smooth—avoid overmixing.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in pans before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg