TWENTY-MINUTE CHOCOLATE CAKE

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I often make this quick cake in summer when I don't want the oven to be on too long. My husband, two children and I especially enjoy it after a long day of haying.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup water
1/4 cup baking cocoa
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
FROSTING:
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup whole milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter with water and cocoa. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. beat in the chocolate mixture; stir in the remaining ingredients. , Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Place on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the first four frosting ingredients. Stir in nuts. Pour over warm cake; spread to cover cake.

Nutrition Facts :

Rexvianney Nnaji
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This cake is way too sweet for my taste.


Chris Adams
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't rise properly.


Doug Matal
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cake turned out dry and crumbly.


Tunchi Malo
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This cake is a great base for adding other flavors. I've made it with chocolate chips, nuts, and even fruit.


Menzoberranzan
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I'm vegan and I substituted plant-based milk and butter in this recipe and it turned out great!


Nosheen shakeel Bagla
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I'm gluten-free and I was able to easily adapt this recipe using gluten-free flour.


Gideon yalley
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I love that this recipe doesn't require any special equipment.


ZADDY JA
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This cake is so moist and chocolatey, it's hard to believe it was made in the microwave.


Kofo Victoria
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I added a scoop of vanilla ice cream to the top of my cake and it was heavenly!


francis ngigi
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I've tried several microwave chocolate cake recipes, and this one is by far the best.


Saeed Akhtar
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This cake is a lifesaver when I'm craving chocolate but don't have time to bake a traditional cake.


Aminu m ibrahim
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I was looking for a chocolate cake recipe that didn't require a lot of ingredients or time, and this one fit the bill perfectly! It turned out great and I'll definitely be making it again.


Zaryab Haider
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one is an exception. It's not too sweet and the chocolate flavor is just right.


ahmad calboozw
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! It was so moist and flavorful.


Joseph Fresh
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This cake is perfect for a quick and easy dessert. It's also great for kids to help make.


Daud Iqbal
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I was skeptical about how a cake made in the microwave could turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised! It was light and fluffy, and the chocolate flavor was rich and decadent.


Rana Ahmer
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I've made this cake multiple times now and it's always a hit! It's moist, chocolatey, and has the perfect amount of sweetness.


Jase Posh
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This cake was incredibly easy to make and turned out perfectly! I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe gave me the confidence to try something new.