Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 cup

flour

2 cup

sugar

1 pinch

salt

1 tsp

baking powder

150 g

butter

4 tbsp

cocoa

1 cup

boiling water

125 g

plain yoghurt

2 unit

eggs

beaten

1 tsp

vanilla extract

120 g

butter

4 tbsp

cocoa

6 tbsp

milk

1 tsp

vanilla extract

1 cup

powdered sugar

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350F (180C).

Step 2
~3 min

Combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Melt butter in a saucepan.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir in cocoa until dissolved.

Step 5
~3 min

Add boiling water and boil for 30 seconds.

Step 6
~3 min

Remove from heat and pour over dry ingredients, stirring well.

Step 7
~3 min

In a small bowl, mix yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Step 8
~3 min

Pour yogurt mixture over chocolate mixture and stir until combined.

Step 9
~3 min

Pour batter into a rectangular baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~3 min

Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Step 11
~3 min

For the frosting, melt butter in a saucepan.

Step 12
~3 min

Stir in cocoa until dissolved.

Step 13
~3 min

Remove from heat and add milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar.

Step 14
~3 min

Pour frosting over the hot cake.

Step 15
~3 min

Cut into squares.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For an extra moist cake, brush with a simple syrup after baking.

Add chocolate chips to the batter for a more intense chocolate flavor.

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Chocolate)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pair with a glass of milk or coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream
Fresh berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Portugal

Cultural Significance

Chocolate cakes are popular for celebrations and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Holiday
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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