Chocolate Crumb Cake

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A moist chocolate cake topped with a sweet, buttery crumb topping for a comforting homemade dessert.
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This Chocolate Crumb Cake is the ultimate comfort food for chocolate lovers. The base is a tender, moist chocolate cake made simple with Hershey’s chocolate syrup, while the top features a classic crumb mixture that bakes into a crisp, sugary crust. It offers a delightful contrast between the soft, rich interior and the crunchy, sweet topping. Perfect for weekend brunches, potlucks, or a cozy afternoon snack with coffee. It’s easy to whip up with pantry staples and always disappears quickly from the table.

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Chocolate Crumb Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 979.0

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This Chocolate Crumb Cake is the ultimate comfort food for chocolate lovers. The base is a tender, moist chocolate cake made simple with Hershey's chocolate syrup, while the top features a classic crumb mixture that bakes into a crisp, sugary crust. It offers a delightful contrast between the soft, rich interior and the crunchy, sweet topping. Perfect for weekend brunches, potlucks, or a cozy afternoon snack with coffee. It&# 226;ÂÂs easy to whip up with pantry staples and always disappears quickly from the table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. Grease a 9-inch square baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar.
  4. Measure out 1/2 cup of the flour-sugar mixture and set it aside for the topping.
  5. Add the baking soda, baking powder, and salt to the remaining flour mixture in the bowl.
  6. Add the butter, egg, milk, and chocolate syrup to the bowl.
  7. Beat the mixture with a mixer or whisk until smooth and well combined.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
  9. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup flour-sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
  10. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.
  12. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 979.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.2g38%
Saturated Fat 14.0g70%
Cholesterol 79.8mg27%
Sodium 1446.4mg61%
Total Carbohydrate 171.5g58%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g26%
Sugars 76.6g
Protein 16.8g34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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