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Best Easy Dessert Recipes for Beginners to Try Today

Easy Gooey Chocolate Cake for Beginners


  • Author: Aaron
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Description

A rich and simple chocolate cake with a soft, gooey center, perfect for beginner bakers.


Ingredients

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  • 4¾ oz salted butter
  • ½ cup cocoa powder (+1 tbsp)
  • 1¾ cups sugar
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 eggs

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (355°F) and prepare pan.
  • Melt butter and mix with cocoa, sugar, flour, and vanilla.
  • Add eggs and mix until smooth.
  • Pour into pan and bake 20–25 minutes.
  • Cool slightly, dust with cocoa, and serve.

Notes

  • Do not overbake for gooey texture
  • Use 7–9 inch pan for best results
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20–25 minutes