Chocolate Cake by Mini Melanie

By Meatpacking BID
April 16, 2020

Mini Melanie in Chelsea Market is owned and operated by sister duo Melanie and Diana Moss. Fun fact, Melanie was Champion of a special-themed chocolate competition on Food Network’s CHOPPED. On a normal day, their stall is filled with cake pops, cupcakes, mini cakes, cookies and their signature cookie truffles. While we can’t enjoy the treats in person for now, you can brighten someone’s day (including yourself) by ordering their products for delivery nationwide.

ICYMI – This is the second time Melanie shared one of her recipes on Meatpacking’s Instagram. The full recipe for Chocolate Cake can be found below so you can make it anytime you want at home!

Chocolate Cake – yields two 8 inch cake pans or one half sheet tray

Ingredients:

- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 3/4 cups cocoa powder
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup brewed coffee

Recipe:

1. Preheat oven to 350F.

2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda. Whisk in the salt.

3. In a large mixing bowl, mix the oil, eggs, vanilla, milk, and coffee until well combined.

4. Add in the sugar and stir until combined.

5. Add in the dry ingredients in two additions.

6. Stir until combined.

7. Bake in the desired pan for 25 to 35 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean. Let cool in the fridge or at room temperature. Spread with whipped cream or chocolate frosting. Or eat by itself!