Chocolate Cake with Companion recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup hot coffee
• 1/4 cup Companion (liqueur)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Grease an 8-inch cake pan with non-stick spray and dust with flour.
3. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
4. Add milk, vegetable oil, and egg. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
5. Stir in hot coffee and Companion.
6. Pour batter into prepared pan.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve with whipped cream and strawberries (optional).

Verdict

This Chocolate Cake with Companion is a decadent dessert that is rich, moist, and chocolatey. The addition of Companion adds a subtle, sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with the chocolate cake. Serve it with whipped cream and fresh strawberries for an elegant touch.

Serving Suggestions

This cake is perfect to serve as a dessert at dinner parties or special occasions. It pairs well with a glass of red wine or hot cocoa. Slice it into wedges and garnish with fresh strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream, or serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.