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Simple Mini Chocolate Cakes (with Berries)

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 cakes
Calories 350
Delight in these easy mini chocolate cakes topped with luscious ganache and fresh berries for a perfect treat.

Ingredients

For the ganache

  • 3.5 oz heavy cream
  • 7 oz chocolate Santas (milk chocolate)

For the cakes

  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.8 oz cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 medium eggs
  • 6 tbsp milk
  • 4 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla paste
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1 oz chocolate Santas (milk chocolate), chopped

For the decoration

  • some fresh berries (optional)
  • some grated chocolate (optional)

Instructions 

  • Chop the chocolate Santas and heat with heavy cream until melted, then cool until solid.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease four 4-inch tins.
  • Mix dry ingredients, add eggs, milk, oil, vanilla, then hot water. Fold in chopped chocolate. Divide batter and bake for 18-23 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Whisk ganache until fluffy, pipe onto cakes, and top with berries and grated chocolate if desired.

Notes

For best results, prepare the ganache a day ahead to ensure it firms up properly.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Keyword: chocolate