How do you make a quick chocolate cake?

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup sugar

⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 egg

½ cup milk

½ cup hot coffee (or water)

½ cup vegetable oil

1 teaspoon vinegar

Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Ganache (optional):

100 grams semisweet chocolate, chopped

¼ cup heavy cream

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, vanilla extract, milk, hot coffee, vegetable oil, and vinegar.

4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 2: Bake the Cake

1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

3. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Step 3: Make the Chocolate Ganache (Optional)

1. While the cake is baking or cooling, you can prepare the chocolate ganache if desired.

2. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the heavy cream until it is hot but not boiling.

3. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for a few minutes.

4. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

1. Once the cake has cooled completely, remove it from the pan.

2. Place the cake on a serving plate or cake stand.

3. Pour the chocolate ganache over the cake, allowing it to drizzle down the sides.

4. Decorate with additional chocolate shavings or sprinkles, if desired.

Enjoy your quick and delicious chocolate cake!