The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cake Recipe: A Decadent Delight with 7 Simple Steps

Summary

Indulge in the rich, moist, and utterly delicious Chocolate Chip Cake, a perfect blend of soft cake crumb and gooey chocolate chips. This cake is an ideal dessert for birthdays, special occasions, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. Its simple yet flavorful profile makes it a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Servings: 12 slices

Calories: 320 kcal per serving

Courses: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Topping (optional):

• ½ cup mini chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or stand mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 9×13 inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans
• Parchment paper
• Cooling rack

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.