Description
This Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake is a rich and moist dessert that’s easy to prepare and perfect for cozy gatherings. Using a slow cooker, this recipe delivers a perfectly baked chocolate cake with minimal effort, topped with your favorite garnishes like hot fudge, ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh berries.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 3 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- â…” cup (133 g) granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup (118 ml) milk
- 3 Tablespoons canola oil
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup (180 g) chocolate chips
- Hot fudge (for serving)
- Ice cream (for serving)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
- Berries (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker: Spray the inside of a 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick spray to prevent sticking. For easier removal, you can also line it with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk milk, canola oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
- Transfer batter: Pour the batter into the prepared slow cooker and smooth the top with a spatula for even cooking.
- Add moisture barrier: Place a clean kitchen towel over the opening of the slow cooker and secure with the lid; this absorbs condensation and prevents moisture from dripping onto the cake.
- Cook the cake: Set the slow cooker on high and cook for about 1.5 hours, until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and serve: Remove the insert from the slow cooker base to stop further cooking. Spoon servings directly from the cooker and top with hot fudge, ice cream, powdered sugar, whipped cream, or berries. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.
- Using the kitchen towel helps prevent the top of the cake from becoming soggy.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your slow cooker model.
- You can line the slow cooker with parchment paper for easier cake removal.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
