Sauerkraut Chocolate Cake Recipe 🍰
Overview:
Sauerkraut Chocolate Cake, a delightful dessert straight from the cherished recipe box of Jessie Penner. Despite not having met her, I can attest to the wonder of this unique cake! 🎂 It’s a sweet surprise that combines the richness of chocolate with the tanginess of sauerkraut, resulting in a moist and flavorful treat. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings in less than an hour! ⏱️
Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup butter 🧈
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar 🍚
- 3 eggs 🥚
- 1/2 cup water 💧
- 1 cup flour 🌾
- 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder 🥄
- 1 teaspoon baking soda 🥄
- 1 pinch salt 🧂
- 1 cup sauerkraut 🥬
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1841.7
- Fat: 72.3g
- Saturated Fat: 41.5g
- Cholesterol: 480mg
- Sodium: 2833mg
- Carbohydrates: 272.8g
- Fiber: 9g
- Sugar: 152g
- Protein: 29g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large bowl, blend together the butter and white sugar until creamy and well combined. |
| 2 | Add the eggs to the mixture and mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy. |
| 3 | Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. |
| 4 | Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter-sugar-egg mixture, alternating with the water, until fully incorporated. Mix well. |
| 5 | Stir in the sauerkraut and vanilla extract until evenly distributed throughout the batter. |
| 6 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 7 | Divide the batter evenly between two 8 x 8-inch cake pans, spreading it out evenly. |
| 8 | Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. |
| 9 | Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for a few minutes. |
| 10 | Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving. |
Serving Suggestions:
Once cooled, you can enjoy the Sauerkraut Chocolate Cake as is or frost it with your favorite frosting. Cream cheese frosting or chocolate ganache pairs particularly well with the unique flavors of this cake. Serve slices alongside a cup of hot coffee or tea for a delightful afternoon treat, or enjoy it as a sweet ending to any meal. Share this surprising recipe with friends and family, and let them experience the delightful fusion of chocolate and sauerkraut in this one-of-a-kind dessert! 🍫🥬
