Chocolate Baked Desserts – Small Batch Chocolate Cake
This small batch chocolate cake is rich, moist, and deeply chocolatey — the perfect portion for two. Easy to make in one bowl with pantry staples and no eggs required.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2–4 slices 1x
Ingredients
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ cup cocoa powder
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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¼ tsp baking soda
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Pinch of salt
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¼ cup buttermilk (or ¼ cup milk + ½ tsp vinegar)
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2 tbsp vegetable oil
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2 tbsp water
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½ tsp white vinegar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 6-inch round or loaf pan.
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In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, oil, water, vinegar, and vanilla.
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Pour wet into dry and mix until just combined.
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Pour into pan and bake for 22–26 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool completely before frosting or serving.
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Notes
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Best enjoyed fresh or within 2–3 days. Pairs beautifully with ganache, berries, or whipped cream.