Skillet Chocolate Cake: Easy, Soft, and Very Tasty Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour (maida)
• 3 tablespoons chocolate drink powder (like cocoa or drinking chocolate)
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 50 ml oil (about 3 tablespoons)
• 50 ml milk (about 3 tablespoons)
• 1 tablespoon baking powder

Step-by-Step Method

1️⃣ Prepare the Egg Mixture

• Take a mixing bowl.
• Crack 2 eggs into the bowl.
• Add 3 tablespoons sugar.
• Whisk well with a hand whisk or fork until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly creamy.

2️⃣ Add the Liquid Ingredients

• Pour 50 ml oil into the bowl.
• Add 50 ml milk.
• Mix well until all the liquid ingredients combine completely.

3️⃣ Add Chocolate Powder

• Add 3 tablespoons chocolate drink powder.
• Mix continuously so the chocolate blends well with the batter.

4️⃣ Add Flour

• Slowly add 1½ cups all-purpose flour.
• Mix while adding to avoid lumps.
• Stir until you get a smooth, thick batter.

5️⃣ Add Baking Powder

• Add 1 tablespoon baking powder.
• Gently mix so it spreads evenly throughout the batter.

6️⃣ Prepare the Skillet

• Take a non-stick frying pan/skillet.
• Grease it lightly with butter, oil, or margarine.

7️⃣ Pour the Batter

• Pour the prepared cake batter into the greased skillet.
• Spread it evenly.
• Cover the pan with a lid.

8️⃣ Cook the Cake

• Place the skillet on the stove on very low heat.
• If possible, place a tawa or rack under the pan to prevent burning.
• Cook slowly for 20–30 minutes.

9️⃣ Check if the Cake is Done

• Insert a toothpick in the center.
• If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

🔟 Serve

• Let the cake cool slightly.
• Slice and serve.
• Optional toppings:
  • Chocolate syrup 🍫
  • Cream
  • Powdered sugar

✅ Tip: You can also add chocolate chips, nuts, or raisins to the batter for extra flavor.