Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Milk: 1 cup
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3: Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, until well combined.
- Step 4: Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
- Step 5: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely. Frost as desired (such as with chocolate ganache or buttercream).
Notes
- To keep your Dubai Chocolate Cake incredibly moist, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- A quick microwave burst (15-20 seconds per slice) will revive a refrigerated piece, making it warm and fudgy again.
- Serve this rich cake with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios for an authentic Middle Eastern touch.
- For an extra decadent flavor, try blooming the cocoa powder in hot milk before adding it to the batter – it deepens the chocolate intensity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American