Quick Chocolate Cake for Kids
- 32 min
- Serves 8
- 9 ingredients
10 minutes to prep, 22 to cook. A super‑quick chocolate cake that’s perfect for school celebrations or a snack with kids. With just a few pantry staples and no fancy equipment, it bakes in about 20 minutes and can be topped with cocoa dusting and bright sprinkles for extra fun.
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Method
Preheat the oven to 325°F.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
Sift the cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder into the bowl (sifting is optional but recommended).
Add the oil and milk, then stir everything together until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 20–25 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
While the cake is still warm, sprinkle the cocoa powder topping and colorful sprinkles over the surface.
Allow the cake to cool slightly, then cut into slices and serve.
Tips while you cook
- Whisk eggs and sugar first
- Whisk the eggs and sugar together until well combined before adding the dry ingredients.
- Sift dry ingredients
- Sift the cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder into the bowl for a smoother batter.
- Test doneness with a toothpick
- Check the cake after 20 minutes by inserting a toothpick.
- Add topping while warm
- Sprinkle the cocoa powder topping and colorful sprinkles while the cake is still warm.
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