Delicious Chocolate Pastry: The Perfect Cake Recipe

Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (about 175 degrees Celsius). In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Whisk them together to ensure no lumps remain.

In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This process usually takes about 3-5 minutes. Add the eggs one by one, making sure to mix well after each addition.

Slowly pour in the milk while continuing to mix until the ingredients are well combined.

Gradually, add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until everything is well incorporated. The batter should be smooth and thick. If it appears too dry, you can add a little more milk, a tablespoon at a time.

Grease a cake pan and pour the batter into it, smoothing the top down with a spatula. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

While the cake is cooling, you can prepare your chocolate coating. Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.

Once the cake has cooled completely, dip it in the melted chocolate ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing it back on the rack to set.

For an extra festive touch, add edible flowers or chocolate decorations on top once the chocolate has set.