Hot Cake in 30 Minutes

📌 When You’re Craving Something Sweet But Don’t Want Anything Complicated, This Quick Chocolate Dessert Is the Perfect Solution!

Made with simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, this treat is ready in just 30 minutes. Creamy, fluffy, and topped with a smooth glaze, this chocolate loaf cake will quickly become your go-to favorite!

🍫 Ingredients for One Cake (20×20 cm pan):

For the cake:

3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

60 ml hot water

150 g softened butter

150 g sugar

3 eggs

175 g all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the glaze:

150 g dark chocolate

120 ml heavy cream (for whipping)

🧁 Instructions:

1. Prepare the batter:

Mix the cocoa powder with hot water until you get a smooth paste.
In a separate bowl, beat the soft butter with the sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

2. Add the dry ingredients:

Sift together the flour and baking powder, then gradually fold them into the butter mixture.
Add the vanilla extract, followed by the cocoa paste, mixing until smooth and fully combined.

3. Bake the cake:

Line a 20×20 cm baking pan with parchment paper.
Pour in the batter and smooth the top.
Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

4. Make the glaze:

Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until just about to boil.
Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate. Stir until completely melted and silky smooth.

Pour the glaze over the warm cake and let it set.