Description
Rich, molten chocolate sheet cake skillet beckons dessert enthusiasts with its irresistible comfort. Melted chocolate, buttery crumb, and warm serve create pure indulgence you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base:
- 1 cup (225 g / 8 ounces) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Sweeteners and Liquids:
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) hot water or brewed coffee
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings and Additions:
- 1 cup (170 g) chocolate chips or chunks
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- ½ cup (85 g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350F (175C), ensuring a perfectly calibrated temperature for optimal baking.
- Select a 10-12 inch cast iron skillet and coat its interior with a delicate layer of oil or butter, preventing any potential sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients, whisking thoroughly to eliminate any potential lumps and create a uniform flour mixture.
- In a separate vessel, cream together butter and sugar until the mixture transforms into a light, fluffy consistency with a pale, creamy appearance.
- Gradually incorporate eggs into the butter mixture, blending each one completely before adding the next to maintain a smooth, cohesive texture.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredient mixture and liquid components to the butter mixture, stirring gently to create a silky, well-integrated batter.
- Pour the chocolate batter into the prepared cast iron skillet, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform depth and consistent baking.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven, allowing the cake to bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the cake cool slightly, allowing the edges to set and the center to remain delightfully gooey.
- Optional: Dust the warm cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate ganache for an extra layer of decadence before serving.
Notes
- Swap regular flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or coconut flour for a celiac-friendly version.
- Let ingredients like eggs and butter reach room temperature before mixing to ensure smoother, more even cake texture.
- Reduce sugar by using ripe mashed bananas or unsweetened applesauce to create a healthier dessert option.
- Cool cake in skillet for 10-15 minutes before serving to help it set and develop deeper chocolate flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg