Dark Dreams Cake

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup dark cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup strong black coffee, cooled
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well between each addition.
5. Add the vanilla and coffee, and mix until combined.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
7. Fold in the chocolate chips.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• This cake is a great way to satisfy a chocolate craving!
• Dark cocoa powder adds a deeper and more intense chocolate flavor.
• The addition of coffee adds a richness and depth to the flavor of the cake.