A Chocolate Skillet Cake with Ice Cream is a delightful dessert that combines the rich and indulgent flavors of chocolate cake with the creamy goodness of ice cream. Baked in a cast-iron skillet, this dessert is perfect for sharing and serving warm. Here’s a recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Skillet Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
For Serving:
- Your favorite ice cream flavor
- Chocolate sauce or caramel sauce (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Fresh berries (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
- In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove it from the heat and stir in the granulated sugar until well combined. Allow this mixture to cool for a few minutes.
- Whisk the eggs and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture until smooth.
- Alternately add the dry flour mixture and buttermilk to the skillet, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter will be thick and chocolatey.
- Smooth the batter evenly in the skillet with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Be careful not to overbake.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- To serve, scoop generous portions of warm chocolate skillet cake onto plates or bowls. Top each serving with a scoop of your favorite ice cream.
- Drizzle with chocolate sauce or caramel sauce, if desired. Add a dollop of whipped cream and some fresh berries for an extra touch of decadence.
- Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Skillet Cake with Ice Cream immediately while it’s warm and gooey!
This dessert is perfect for special occasions or any time you’re craving a comforting, chocolatey treat. The contrast between the warm cake and cold ice cream makes it a delightful combination of textures and temperatures.
