Description
Chocolate Pinecone Cake is a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate flavor with a crunchy nut texture, resembling a charming pinecone. With its moist layers and gooey chocolate chips, this cake is perfect for celebrations or cozy gatherings. Surprise your guests with this visually stunning centerpiece that not only tastes divine but also brings joy to every occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk until smooth.
- Slowly combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in chopped nuts and chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before removing from pans; frost as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg