Description

Indulge in this Chocolate Milk Cake with a spiced milk soak, rich chocolate flavors, and whipped cream topping. The perfect comfort dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

1 ½ cups self-raising flour

½ cup light brown sugar

½ cup dark brown sugar

1 cup dairy-free yogurt (or regular yogurt)

1 cup water

½ cup cocoa powder

1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Milk Soak:

1 cup evaporated milk (or dairy-free equivalent)

1 cup sweetened condensed milk (or dairy-free equivalent)

1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free equivalent)

1 teaspoon cinnamon

For the Topping:

1 cup whipped cream (dairy or non-dairy)

1 teaspoon cinnamon (for dusting)

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Instructions

Prepare the Cake:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together self-raising flour, light brown sugar, dark brown sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and vanilla extract. Add the yogurt and water, whisking until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into a greased cake pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Milk Soak:
In a small saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and cinnamon. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
Soak the Cake:
Once the cake is fully cooled, poke holes all over the top of the cake with a fork. Slowly pour the warm milk mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in. Let the cake sit for at least 30 minutes to absorb the milk.
Topping:
Spread the whipped cream evenly on top of the cake and dust with cinnamon for an extra touch of spice.
Serve:
Slice and serve the cake while it’s still moist and gooey. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or milk for the perfect treat.

Notes

Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free yogurt, milk, and whipped cream to make the cake suitable for a dairy-free diet.
Spiced Up: Add more cayenne pepper or substitute it with chili powder for an extra spicy kick.
Chocolate Lovers: Add chocolate chips to the batter for extra chocolate flavor.
Fruit Twist: Add fresh berries like strawberries or raspberries to the batter for a fruity touch

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking, chilling
Cuisine: American