Description
A rich and moist Dubai Chocolate Cake that is perfect for any occasion, indulgently topped with chocolate frosting and optional decorations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup boiling water
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
- Chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Shaved chocolate or sprinkles for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Slowly stir in the boiling water until well blended. This step makes the cake moist.
- If desired, fold in the chocolate chips for an extra chocolate boost.
- Evenly pour the batter into the prepared cake pans.
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check with a toothpick; it should come out clean when the cake is ready.
- Once baked, allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 15-20 minutes. Then, carefully transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once the cakes have cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Frost the top with your chocolate frosting. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Lastly, add shaved chocolate or sprinkles to the top of your Dubai Chocolate Cake for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, consider adding espresso powder to the batter.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite frosting or toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg