Mexican Chocolate Cakes

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Mexican Chocolate Cakes
135 min.
20
240kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Mexican Chocolate Cakes, a perfect dessert for any occasion! With a unique blend of spices and rich cocoa, this recipe brings a twist to the classic chocolate cake, making it a standout treat that will impress your family and friends. The combination of cinnamon and cayenne adds a subtle warmth, while the balsamic vinegar enhances the chocolate flavor, creating a moist and decadent cake that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Not only is this dessert vegetarian-friendly, but it also serves a generous 20 people, making it ideal for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a cozy family dinner. Each slice is a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, with a light dusting of powdered sugar on top for an elegant finish. With a preparation time of just 135 minutes, you can easily whip up this impressive cake without spending all day in the kitchen.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The rich flavors and beautiful presentation will have everyone coming back for seconds. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave a lasting impression. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 1.5 tablespoons cinnamon 
  • large eggs 
  • 2.8 cups flour 
  • 1.3 cups granulated sugar 
  • cup brown sugar light packed
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • 20 servings powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1.5 tablespoons vanilla extract 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • toothpicks
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Butter two 8-in. round cake pans. Line bottoms with waxed paper cut to fit. Butter paper, then dust pans with 1/2 tbsp. cocoa.
  3. Whisk remaining 1 cup cocoa, the flour, sugars, cinnamon, soda, cayenne, and salt in a bowl to blend.
  4. Add milk, oils, eggs, vinegar, and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
  5. Pour into pans, dividing batter evenly.
  6. Bake until a toothpick inserted in each cake comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes. Loosen cakes from pans with a metal spatula. Turn out each cake onto a plate. Discard waxed paper. Invert cakes onto racks and cool completely. Sift powdered sugar over stencils onto cakes.
  8. Make ahead: Up to 1 day, covered; top with powdered sugar after unwrapping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories240kcal
Protein6.55%
Fat15.25%
Carbs78.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.5
Glycemic Load
18.8
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.2256522104144%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.79mg
Epicatechin
8.45mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:240.24kcal
12.01%
Fat:4.24g
6.52%
Saturated Fat:1.3g
8.14%
Carbohydrates:48.91g
16.3%
Net Carbohydrates:46.53g
16.92%
Sugar:32.66g
36.29%
Cholesterol:21.53mg
7.18%
Sodium:189.11mg
8.22%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.44%
100%
Caffeine:9.89mg
3.3%
Protein:4.1g
8.2%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.14%
Selenium:8.72µg
12.46%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.29%
Copper:0.2mg
10.08%
Fiber:2.39g
9.55%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.25%
Iron:1.65mg
9.14%
Folate:35.38µg
8.84%
Phosphorus:86mg
8.6%
Magnesium:30.5mg
7.63%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.83%
Calcium:56.9mg
5.69%
Potassium:149.14mg
4.26%
Zinc:0.6mg
3.99%
Vitamin K:3.13µg
2.98%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.94%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.71%
Vitamin D:0.37µg
2.46%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.35%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.15%
Vitamin A:89.1IU
1.78%
Source:My Recipes