Moist Chocolate Chip Cake (Print-Friendly Version)
Delight in a moist chocolate chip cake with balanced sweetness and rich chocolate, ideal for gatherings.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Dry ingredients
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250 grams all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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30 grams all-purpose flour (for coating chocolate chips)
→ Sugars
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300 grams granulated sugar
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60 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
→ Fats and liquids
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115 grams unsalted butter, softened
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240 milliliters whole milk
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Eggs
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3 large eggs
→ Chocolate
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225 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
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2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for drizzle)
# Detailed Directions:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease and flour a 23 cm round cake pan to prevent sticking.
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Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
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Toss the chocolate chips with the 30 grams of flour to prevent sinking, then gently fold them into the batter.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
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Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and drizzling with cocoa powder.
# Helpful Advice:
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Tossing chocolate chips in flour helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom during baking. Ensure butter is softened to achieve a smooth creaming process. Baking times may vary depending on individual ovens; always test for doneness with a toothpick.