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Chocolate Custard Cake

- SERVES
- 9
- CHILL TIME
- 7 Hr
- COOK TIME
- 55 Min
Silky smooth and oh-so-chocolaty, this Chocolate Custard Cake will surprise you with its subtle sweetness and addictive taste. This made-from-scratch cake is just what your next get-together needs!
What You'll Need
- 4 eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups milk
- Confectioners' sugar for sprinkling
What to Do
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, beat egg whites until stiff; set aside. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks, granulated sugar, butter, and vanilla until creamy. Gradually add flour and cocoa and beat until thoroughly mixed. Add milk and mix well. Gently fold in egg whites until thoroughly blended. Pour batter into baking dish.
- Bake 55 to 60 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out dry. Let cool, then refrigerate at least 6 hours. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Nutritional InformationShow More
Servings Per Recipe: 9
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Calories 263
- Calories from Fat 104
- Total Fat 12g 18 %
- Saturated Fat 6.6g 33 %
- Trans Fat 0.4g 0 %
- Protein 6.7g 13 %
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Cholesterol 107mg 36 %
- Sodium 126mg 5 %
- Total Carbohydrates 36g 12 %
- Dietary Fiber 1.9g 7 %
- Sugars 25g 0 %
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