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Old-Fashioned Swiss Chocolate Cake Recipe

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups of granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons of baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons of baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 2 tablespoons of organic cornstarch
  • 2 eggs
  • 1.5 cups or a 12-ounce can of evaporated milk
  • 1 stick or 4 ounces or 1/2 cup of butter softened at room temperature
  • 4 ounces of unsweetened melted baking chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C) to allow it time to heat up while you prepare the batter.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer on medium speed for 3-5 minutes, until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
  • Incorporate Melted Chocolate: Gently fold in room-temperature melted chocolate, aiming for a lighter batter color as intended in the recipe.
  • Mix in Leavening Agents: Add baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the mixture, blending well to create a light and airy texture in the cake.
  • Add Cornstarch, Flour, and Milk: Stir in cornstarch, then alternate adding all-purpose flour and evaporated milk to the mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter tender.
  • Bake and Cool: Pour the batter into two greased 9-inch round cake pans and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.