Here's chocolate cake with a difference! This isn't a dare - jalapenos work absolutely beautifully with chocolate... And it's not as far fetched as you might think as Mayas used chili with cocoa thousands of years ago. (The amount of baking soda/powder has been changed to 2 based on the reviews.)
Provided by kolibri
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Grease two 9 inch round baking pan.
- Beat sugar, butter and vanilla in large mixer bowl. Add eggs, beat for a minute. Beat in the melted chocolate. Combine flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt, then beat into chocolate mixture alternatively with the milk. Stir in jalapenos and pour into pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Cool in pans for for 20 minutes, then invert into wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat sugar, milk, butter, cocoa, vanilla and salt in a small bowl until mixture is smooth. Frost the cake and decorate the side with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 741.1, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 19.4, Cholesterol 129, Sodium 629.8, Carbohydrate 95.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 70.5, Protein 9.6
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Santosh Pun
[email protected]This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had. Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Timothy Thompson
[email protected]I can't wait to make this cake again!
MD Vai
[email protected]This cake is perfect for chocolate lovers who are looking for something a little different.
KHAZAMULA MEJAS
[email protected]I would recommend serving this cake with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Gelu Tamang
[email protected]This cake is very rich, so a little goes a long way.
DanielS6011 Swearingen
[email protected]I had trouble finding all of the ingredients for this recipe, but it was worth the effort. The cake was delicious.
Serenity Hendrickson
[email protected]The cake was a little dry, but the flavor was good.
Thomas Awuah
[email protected]This cake is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less jalapeno next time.
Ntiyiso 27
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great. It was moist and flavorful.
Fatima Umar
[email protected]This cake is perfect for a party or special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.
Aliahad Aliahad
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this cake. It's not too spicy, but the jalapeno adds a nice kick.
Modester Kachimba
[email protected]The cake was delicious! The chocolate and jalapeno flavors were perfectly balanced.
Shamima Akther
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Abdimalik Muxyidiin
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Muhine Samanoden mahandika
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my party! The combination of chocolate and jalapeno was unexpected but delicious.