Get ready to experience a slice of pure heaven with Stacy's Chocolate Chip Cake - the dessert that will turn an ordinary day into an extraordinary celebration! Imagine a moist, buttery cake packed with rich, melty chocolate chips in every single bite, creating a symphony of flavors that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. This isn't just another cake recipe; it's a culinary masterpiece that combines classic American baking traditions with irresistible chocolate goodness.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure everything is well combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a dense cake.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently with a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, slice it into 8 servings and enjoy your delicious Stacy's Chocolate Chip Cake!
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before mixing. This helps create a smoother, more evenly textured cake.
- Don't Overmix: When combining dry and wet ingredients, mix just until they're incorporated. Overmixing can lead to a tough, dense cake.
- Chocolate Chip Distribution: Toss your chocolate chips in a little flour before folding them into the batter. This prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
- Check for Doneness: Use the toothpick test - if it comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, your cake is perfectly baked.
- Cooling is Key: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean, neat pieces and to let the flavors fully develop.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 576kcal
Carbohydrates: 91g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Cholesterol: 134mg
