Blackout Chocolate Cake

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut cream provides a dairy-free option with rich texture.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate with stevia

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Stevia reduces sugar while semi-sweet chocolate is often more accessible.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt + water

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds protein while maintaining acidity.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

whisk wet ingredients together

whisk dry ingredients together

combine wet and dry ingredients

bake cake in 3 layers at 350°F for 35 minutes

frost cake with your favorite chocolate frosting

roll the frosted cake in chocolate chips

drizzle with melted dark chocolate

chill the frosted cake for 15-30 minutes before chocolate-chipping

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens