Best 5 Secret Chocolate Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the decadence of a "Secret Chocolate Cake," a culinary masterpiece that promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Step into the world of chocolatey bliss as we embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for this tantalizing treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking a new culinary adventure or a novice cook eager to impress your loved ones, this guide will lead you through the steps of creating a chocolate cake that will become your new secret weapon for special occasions and everyday indulgence.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SECRET CHOCOLATE FANTASY CAKE



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This magnificent cake gets it's 'kick' from the liqueurs in both the cake and the icing. The longer it's around the more potent it gets, so I make it and freeze it and simply bring it to room temperature before dazzling my guests !

Provided by Mary R. Manello

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Irish Cream

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
4 eggs
1 cup sour cream
½ cup coffee flavored liqueur
½ cup hazelnut liqueur
¾ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup butter
4 cups confectioners' sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup Irish cream liqueur

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, sour cream, coffee liqueur, hazelnut liqueur and oil. Beat until very smooth. Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into the greased and floured pans of you choice, and bake as directed on the cake box or until a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean. Wait until it's completely cool to frost.
  • For the frosting: Cream the butter. Add 1/2 of the powdered sugar, blend well. Add the cocoa and vanilla, and start pouring the Bailey's over the icing while your beaters beat in the rest of the sugar. Keep adding Bailey's until you have wonderfully creamy icing.
  • Frost the cake (I like to press chopped nuts into the fresh icing). It's best served after a day or two, but even better to make it up to 6 months ahead of your special event, freeze it, and simply bring to room temperature. What a kick !

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 205.9 mg, Sugar 43.2 g

SECRET CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Very easy sheet cake. The buttermilk really adds a nice twang! This recipe came from a local community cookbook called the "Olive Chapel Community Cookbook". I believe it came out early 1970s. Posted by Mrs. Nora Mills.

Provided by Dkaye

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 1 sheet cake, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups self-rising flour
1 3/4 cups sugar
10 tablespoons cocoa
1 cup water
1/2 cup Crisco
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup butter
2 eggs
2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Mix 1 cup water, 5 tablespoons cocoa, 1 stick butter, 1/2 cup crisco boil 1 minute.
  • Sift 2 cups self-rising flour, 1 3/4 cups sugar. Pour chocolate sauce into flour mixture. Add 2 eggs, 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1/2 teaspoon soda and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat well. Pour into greased 9X13 inch pan. Bake @ 350 for 30 minutes.
  • Icing:.
  • 1 stick butter.
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk.
  • 5 tablespoons cocoa.
  • Boil 1 minute and add 1 box confectioner sugar and chopped nuts. Spread onto hot cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.2, Fat 47.4, SaturatedFat 20.8, Cholesterol 115.1, Sodium 805.6, Carbohydrate 106.5, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 75.8, Protein 10.2

SECRET INGREDIENT CHOCOLATE CAKE



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This is an amazingly moist cake thanks to a surprising ingredient: sauerkraut!! But don't worry, you can't taste the sauerkraut. This is a chocolate lover's cake... and a "can't wait" dessert that's sure to become a family favorite.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar, granulated
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup water
3/4 cup bick's wine-cured sauerkraut, rinsed, drained, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease and flour two eight inch round layer cake pans.
  • Combine first 5 ingredients. Mix well.
  • In a separate bowl, cream together butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla on medium speed of electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  • Add dry ingredients to creamed mixture alternately with water, making 3 dry and two liquid additions, combining lightly after each . Stir in sauerkraut.
  • Spread batter evenly in prepared pans. Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 pans. Bake in preheated oven 35-40 minutes, or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool 10 minutes, then remove from pans to wire rack. Cool completely. Fill and frost as desired.

FAMILY SECRET CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE



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This cake has been a longtime family favorite-I've been making it for 25 years.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
2-3/4 cups sugar
5 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup baking cocoa
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add milk and vanilla. Sift together dry ingredients; add gradually to creamed mixture, blending just until well mixed. Pour into a well-greased fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for about 1 hour (toothpick will not come out clean when testing). Let stand 2-3 minutes before inverting onto a cake plate. Serve warm or cold with whipped cream if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

GRANDMAS SECRET CHOCOLATE CAKE



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I found this recipe going thru one of my grandmas recipes in a box. I decided to make it and share it with you all. alittle of my past brought into the future.

Provided by Kellie Parker

Categories     Chocolate

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 c tomato juice
1/4 c water
2/3 c unsweetened cocoa powder
2 1/4 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 c sugar
1/2 c vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. pre heat oven to 350f coat 2 8in rounds with cooking spray
  • 2. in small sauce pan bring tomato juice and water to a boil, whisk in cocoa until smooth and remove from heat.
  • 3. in medium bowl stir together flour, baking soda,baking powder and salt.
  • 4. in a medium bowl, stir together sugar, oil eggs and vanilla until combined. beat in cocoa mixture, beat in flour mixture just until evenly moistened.
  • 5. divide batter between the 2 pans Bake until toothpick comes out clean. 25 to 30 min.
  • 6. let cool , can make a 2 layer cake or use a 9X13 pan ..and use icing of your choice. I like it best with cream cheese icing.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. The better the chocolate, the better the cake will taste. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake at the right temperature. The cake should be baked at a temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit. If the oven is too hot, the cake will overcook and become dry.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for chocolate cake include chocolate chips, sprinkles, and whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Secret chocolate cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. With its rich chocolate flavor and moist texture, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try.

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