The quick cocoa cake is one of those recipes born from a simple experiment that quickly becomes a family favorite. With just a few ingredients, a bowl, and a whisk, the aroma of cocoa fills the kitchen. Perfect for children’s breakfast, it’s a healthier alternative to packaged snacks — free from preservatives and made with wholesome, everyday ingredients. Easy, fast, and perfect to bake together with your little one for a sweet and meaningful start to the day.
Easy
Homemade
Breakfast
For kids
Vegetarian
Quick Cocoa Cake
A quick, easy, and wholesome cocoa cake — perfect for kids’ breakfast and the whole family. Made with just a few simple, healthy ingredients.
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Servings: 8 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Category: Desserts
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Homemade recipe by Donato Paolino
Published on
Ingredients
- Eggs 3
- Sugar 250 g
- Milk 1 glass
- Vegetable oil 1 glass
- Flour 300 g
- Unsweetened cocoa powder 2 teaspoons (or to taste)
- Baking powder 1 packet
- Butter for greasing
Tools
- Bowl
- Whisk
- Sieve
- Baking dish
- Oven
- Skewer
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add milk and vegetable oil, mixing well.
- Gradually add the sifted flour and combine until smooth.
- Add cocoa powder to reach the desired color and taste.
- Finally, mix in the baking powder.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes.
- Check doneness with a skewer — if it comes out dry, the cake is ready.
- Let cool slightly before serving, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.
Nutritional values (per serving)
Calories
310 kcal
310 kcal
Fat
14 g
14 g
Carbohydrates
40 g
40 g
Protein
6 g
6 g
Sugar
22 g
22 g
Fiber
2 g
2 g
Sodium
90 mg
90 mg
This post is also available in: Italiano (Italian)
