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Mexican Chocolate Cake Recipe

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This Mexican Chocolate Cake is a rich and flavorful dessert that combines the deep taste of cocoa with warm spices like cinnamon and chili powder, delivering a unique twist on classic chocolate cake. Perfectly moist and aromatic, it’s an ideal treat for those who enjoy a hint of spice in their sweets.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, chili powder, baking soda, and salt. Mixing these ensures even distribution of the spices and leavening agents.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  4. Incorporate Hot Water: Slowly pour in the hot water while stirring continuously. The batter will be thin; this helps create a moist cake texture.
  5. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra kick, adjust the amount of chili powder to your taste.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
  • This cake pairs wonderfully with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.
  • Ensure all wet ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Mexican Chocolate Cake, Spiced Chocolate Cake, Cocoa Cake, Cinnamon Chocolate Dessert, Chili Chocolate Cake

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