Mrs. Clancy’s Chocolate Cake

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 15

Mrs. Clancy's Chocolate Cake: an indulgent treat for chocolate lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

419

Sugar

37g

Fat

22g

Mrs. Clancy's Chocolate Cake is a classic chocolate cake recipe that has been passed down through generations. It is a popular dessert for celebrations, potlucks, or simply as an indulgent treat any time of the day. This recipe combines the richness of cocoa with the creaminess of butter to create a fluffy and moist cake that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 180°C.
2.	In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4.	Sift flour and cocoa together, then gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition.
5.	Stir in vanilla.
6.	Pour mixture into greased and floured cake tin.
7.	Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8.	Leave the cake to cool before serving.

PROS

This chocolate cake is moist, fluffy, and incredibly chocolatey, making it a delicious treat for chocolate lovers.

It can serve as a decadent dessert or as an indulgent snack.

This recipe is easy to follow and doesn’t require any fancy equipment or hard-to-find ingredients.

CONS

This cake is high in sugar and fat, making it a high-calorie food.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

This recipe doesn’t cater to dietary restrictions such as gluten-free or dairy-free diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake does not have any specific health benefits and should be consumed as an occasional treat in moderation.
However, cocoa has been linked to several health benefits, including improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and improving brain function.

	200 g butter or 200 g margarine
	3 tablespoons cocoa
	1 1/2 cups sugar
	3 eggs
	1 1/2 cups self raising flour
	1/3 cup milk
	1 teaspoon vanilla