Birthday Chocolate Cake for Two

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There is something amazing about baking a cake for someone. It fills you with a sense of achievement and makes you feel generous…  Yes, agreed, anyone can walk into a bakery and buy the fanciest cake out there, but nothing beats the feeling of baking a cake from scratch (with imperfect frosting, of course) and bringing it over to celebrate someone. That smile on their face – priceless. Starting from the planning to baking it, each step has that person’s thoughts etched in your mind.

Every time I bake something like Mishti Doi Cheesecake/Greek Yogurt Cheesecake or, Sticky Date Pudding with Rum Caramel Sauce, I’m engulfed with memories of my parents.

The special part about this Birthday Chocolate Cake is

  1. You don’t need an oven (Yeah, you heard it right)
  2. Its done in less than 30 minutes (Literally)
  3. You need no fancy Baking gadgets. All you need a microwave proof mug.
  4. You don’t have to worry about the left overs

Birthday-Chocolate-Cake-for-TwoLast year in August, I baked a The Naked Red Velvet Cake. It was three-tier and it took me quite a bit of work. This year, I decided to keep it really simple yet classic. :). I also decided to make this Birthday Chocolate Cake just for two (Sounds selfish, no?).  I was debating between an Afogatto and a quick chocolate cake for two. Decided on the latter. This Birthday Chocolate Cake for Two is a really simple cake. All you need is less than 30 minutes (that includes the baking and frosting time as well).

I decided to frost the cake with Strawberry Buttercream and the buttercream was so delicious that, I literally licked it off the bowl.

These Chocolate Cakes for Two would be perfect to serve for dessert on Valentine’s day, or for any other special day where all you want is celebrate someone you adore or even for those days when you just have a bad chocolate craving.

They are quick and simple to make, taste great and you don’t have to worry about leftovers.Birthday-Chocolate-Cake-for-Two-5

 
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INGREDIENTS:

For the cake

  • ½ cup sugar
  • 7 TBSP all-purpose flour
  • 3 TBSP cocoa powder
  • ¼ TSP baking powder
  • ¼ TSP baking soda
  • ¼ TSP salt
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 5 TBSP canola oil
  • ½ TSP vanilla extract
  • 2 TBSP instant coffee

For the Strawberry Buttercream:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups confectioner’s sugar, sifted
  • 2 TBSP seedless strawberry jam
  • 1/2 TSP vanilla extract
  • 1 TBSP whole milk
  • pinch of salt

METHOD:

  • In a small bowl, mix together all dry cake ingredients.
  • Mix in wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
  • Heavily grease two large mugs with butter and evenly distribute batter into mugs.
  • Microwave each mug by itself for 90 seconds on high.
  • Remove from microwave and shake slightly to loosen cake from mug.
  • Flip mug over onto parchment paper-lined plate or board.
  • The cake should drop right out.
  • Completely cool the cakes
  • Cream together butter and ½ cup of confectioner’s sugar at a time.
  • After each cup of sugar has been added, add strawberry jam, then add vanilla and then beat on high for about 20 seconds to lighten the frosting.
  • Add milk and salt and whip on high for a final 20 seconds.
  • Frost the top of each layer before stacking.

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61 thoughts on “Birthday Chocolate Cake for Two”

  9. Can I make two of these so I don’t have to share it lol!? This cake sounds divine! I’m definitely making at least one of these.

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  16. I read this required no baking and had to scroll through immediately. These look like a perfect anniversary dessert, I’ll have to start practicing now and eat both shares. Lol

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  17. I’m really intrigued, since you say the cake should drop right out of the mugs- that’s amazing! Does the frosting need to be refrigerated to firm up at all before icing, or before serving?

    I’ve got one issue with this idea, though– aren’t the leftovers the BEST part of making a cake? I’ll save this one for “quick cake emergencies” and stick to a multi-layered 9-inch round for big celebrations instead, I think. 😉

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  18. It’s usually just me and the hubs and it’s nice to make recipes that are smaller serving sizes, I think it’s awesome that you shared this lovely recipe. It looks so good too!

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  19. I like the idea of only having enough cake for two because let’s face it – I have terrible portion control and would eat a whole damn cake if I could haha!

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  21. It is my husband’s birthday next week so this is perfect timing. Those little cakes are so cute! And they look delicious. Will have to bookmark this.

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  23. I need this right now! LOL Seriously though, cake that bakes quickly in a mug and strawberry buttercream?! Who doesn’t want that?! I’ll definitely be giving this a try- thanks for the recipe!

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  26. Oh get into my face dear cake! I am inlove with the fact that it takes 30 minutes to make. I hate long hours of baking. I will bake this for my two kids!

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  28. This looks absolutely moist and delicious. I am not a baker, and for some reason, even when following the directions to a tee, something always goes wrong. But, I have not stopped trying, and will continue to work on this. Thanks for the recipe.

    Ayana Pitterson

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  52. I love chocolate cake but hate having a lot of leftover cake in the fridge after a party. This is perfect for enjoying with your significant other.

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  59. Hi dear, I am bignner and I have tried this recipe. Taste was yum but my upper layer was crust or hard (not chewable ) and down it was soft. May be I have done mistake as I have just started baking and learning by own. So could you help me where I went wrong. Thanks

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