This vanilla torte cake, generously speckled with chocolate chips, is a delightful dessert that's perfect for any occasion. It's rich, flavorful, and has a wonderful texture that's both moist and fluffy. Suitable for two standard loaf pans or a 24 cm round cake pan, the smaller the pan, the higher the cake will rise.
Why You'll Love This:
- Delicious Vanilla Flavor: A classic taste that never disappoints.
- Chocolate Chip Surprise: Every bite is filled with the delightful crunch of chocolate.
- Versatile: Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or a simple family dessert.
- Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups of flour (300g)
- 1 cup of sugar (200g)
- 1/2 cup of milk (120ml)
- 1/2 cup of oil (130ml)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or paste
- 1 packet of baking powder (10g)
- A pinch of salt
- 200g milk chocolate, ground to powder consistency + 1 tbsp flour
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C.
- In a mixer with a balloon whisk or using a hand mixer, whip the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving a light and airy cake.
- Gently mix in the oil, milk, and vanilla extract until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Sift into the egg mixture and mix briefly, just until combined.
- Finish the last bit of mixing by hand, using a spatula and folding gently.
- For the chocolate: Place the food processor blade in the freezer for a few minutes (this prevents the chocolate from melting). Break the chocolate into the processor and pulse until it resembles fine crumbs. Mix in 1 tbsp of flour.
- Gently fold the chocolate crumbs into the cake batter.
- Pour the mixture into a lightly greased cake pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool, then generously dust with powdered sugar or pour over chocolate ganache.
For a Dairy-Free Version:
- Replace milk with orange juice.
- Use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
Enjoy this exquisite Vanilla Torte Cake with Chocolate Chips!