This Chocolate Skillet Cake is rich, fudgy, and baked to perfection in a cast iron skillet! Topped with a luscious chocolate glaze and a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it’s the ultimate indulgent dessert. 🛒
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 🍫 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 🥄 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 🥄 1 tsp baking powder
- 🧂 1/2 tsp salt
- 🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 🥄 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🥄 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 🥛 1/2 cup milk
- 🌰 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 🍫 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 🧈 2 tbsp butter
- 🥛 1/4 cup heavy cream
Toppings:
- 🍨 Vanilla ice cream
- 🌰 Extra chopped pecans
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet with butter or nonstick spray.
2️⃣ Make the Batter
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans if using.
3️⃣ Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the prepared skillet and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
4️⃣ Make the Chocolate Glaze
- In a small saucepan, melt chocolate chips, butter, and heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the warm glaze over the slightly cooled cake.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
- Serve warm, topped with vanilla ice cream and extra pecans. Dig in straight from the skillet for the best experience! 🍴
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Rich & Fudgy: Like a warm brownie but even better!
- One-Pan Wonder: Baked right in the skillet for easy serving.
- Perfect for Sharing: A cozy dessert for two… or more!
This Chocolate Skillet Cake is warm, gooey, and ridiculously delicious—the perfect treat for all chocolate lovers! 🍫🍨✨