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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- 2
Melt the Butter
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Mixing Ingredients
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
Add the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the melted butter. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- 4
Sift Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder and salt.
- 5
Combine All Ingredients
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
Baking
- 6
Pour into Pan
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- 8
Serving
- 9
Optional Toppings
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries and whipped cream if desired.
