Chocolate Covered Pretzel Cake Recipe

April 02, 2023 Post a Comment

Chocolate Pretzel Cake Cake by Courtney from cakebycourtney.com

Description

This cake is an irresistible combination of sweet and salty that is sure to please your taste buds. It’s made with a chocolate cake base, mini pretzels, and is topped with a heavenly layer of melted chocolate. It’s the perfect dessert for any occasion or holiday. You can decorate the top of this cake with extra pretzels, mini marshmallows, or even some sprinkles. No matter how you decorate it, you’ll be sure to love this delicious chocolate covered pretzel cake!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

-1 cup all-purpose flour

-3/4 cup sugar

-1/4 cup cocoa powder

-1 teaspoon baking powder

-1/4 teaspoon salt

-1/3 cup vegetable oil

-1 teaspoon vanilla extract

-1/2 cup whole milk

-1/2 cup mini pretzels, crushed

-1/4 cup chocolate chips

For the Chocolate Topping:

-1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

-1 tablespoon coconut oil

-Mini marshmallows, pretzels, and sprinkles, for decorating (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, vanilla extract, and milk. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until combined.

4. Stir in the crushed pretzels and chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Let the cake cool completely before topping with chocolate.

7. To make the chocolate topping, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a saucepan over low heat. Once melted, spread the chocolate evenly over the top of the cake. Sprinkle with mini marshmallows, pretzels, and sprinkles, if desired.

8. Let the chocolate topping cool and set before serving.

Equipment

-Large bowl

-Whisk

-Separate bowl

-8-inch round cake pan

-Saucepan

-Toothpick

Notes

This cake is best served the same day it is made. If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

This cake contains approximately 240 calories per serving. It is high in carbohydrates and sugar, and contains small amounts of fat and protein. This cake should be enjoyed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.