Roberto’s Chocolate Cake Recipe

Chocolate cake is an all-time classic that never goes out of style: soft, rich, fragrant and absolutely irresistible. Its simplicity makes it perfect for any occasion—breakfast, celebrations or a cozy family dessert. This version, made with cocoa powder, potato starch and optional whipped cream, is unbelievably tender with an intense chocolate flavor. An easy yet impressive cake that wins everyone over from the very first slice.

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Chocolate Cake

A soft and rich chocolate cake made with cocoa and butter, perfect for any occasion.

Prep: 15m Cook time: 40m Total time: 55m Servings: 8 servings Cuisine: Italian Category: Desserts

by Traditional recipe Published on 19 November 2025

Ingredients

• Eggs 5
• Sugar 200 g
• Potato starch 125 g
• Cocoa powder 125 g
• Butter 125 g
• Vanilla baking powder 15 g
• Whipped cream to taste (optional)

Tools

• Bowl
• Whisk
• Sieve
• Cake pan
• Oven

Instructions

1. Whisk the egg yolks with sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the potato starch and cocoa, mixing vigorously.
3. Pour in the melted butter and combine well.
4. Beat the egg whites until stiff and fold them into the mixture one spoon at a time.
5. Add the baking powder and pour into a greased cake pan.
6. Bake at 170°C (338°F) for about 40 minutes.
7. Let cool and top with whipped cream if desired.

Nutritional values (per serving)

Calories
330 kcal

Fat
17 g

Carbohydrates
39 g

Protein
6 g

Sugar
24 g

Fiber
2 g

Sodium
110 mg

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