Best High Altitude Chocolate Cake Recipe
Description
Baking a chocolate cake at high altitudes can be tricky. It requires a lot of trial and error before you can find the perfect recipe. This recipe is one that has been tried and tested and is sure to turn out a delicious and moist cake. This recipe is perfect for baking in areas that are 3000 feet or higher. It is sure to become a favorite in any kitchen.
This chocolate cake recipe is made with cocoa powder, butter, sugar and eggs. The cocoa powder gives the cake a deep, rich flavor and the butter helps keep it moist. The eggs give the cake a light, fluffy texture. The sugar helps to sweeten the cake and the baking powder helps it to rise. This is a simple recipe that is sure to produce a delicious cake every time!
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup hot water
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add the butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined. Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
Slowly add the hot water to the batter and mix until combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9x13 inch pan. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
If desired, you can add 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
Nutrition
Serving size: 1 slice (1/8th of the cake)
Calories: 250
Total fat: 12g
Saturated fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 55mg
Sodium: 320mg
Total carbohydrates: 32g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugars: 16g
Protein: 5g
This recipe makes 8 servings and can easily be doubled or tripled for a larger crowd. It is sure to be a hit at any party or gathering.
This cake is best served with a dollop of freshly whipped cream or a scoop of your favorite ice cream. Enjoy!
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