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Easy Italian Love Cake Recipe You’ll Adore: The Ultimate 7-Step Guide


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 37 minute

Ingredients

– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 cup whole milk
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– ½ teaspoon almond extract
– ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
– Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

These ingredients come together to create a cake that is not only delicious but also simple to make. Now, let’s move on to the


Instructions

Baking the Easy Italian Love Cake becomes a joyous experience when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat your Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

3. Combine the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract until they’re well blended.

4. Combine the Mixtures: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and lump-free.

5. Add Chocolate Chips: If you desire an extra chocolatey flavor, gently fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips at this stage.

6. Divide the Batter: Evenly distribute the cake batter into the two prepared cake pans.

7. Bake: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean when fully cooked.

8. Cool: After baking, allow the cakes to rest in their pans for about 15 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

9. Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Add frosting or whipped cream as desired and then stack the second layer on top.

10. Final Touch: Dust the top of the assembled cake with powdered sugar for an elegant finish just before serving.

Following these concise steps ensures a successful baking experience that culminates in a delicious cake that you’ll love to present and share!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-45 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 14g
  • Protein: 6g