Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering with friends or simply craving a sweet treat, these Black Widow Snack Cakes are sure to please any chocolate lover. With a rich, moist cake base topped with decadent dark chocolate icing, these mini cakes are perfect for indulging in a little bit of luxury any time of day. The individual portions make them ideal for serving at parties or storing as a sweet snack on the go.
**Black Widow Snack Cakes**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
– 1/3 cup vegetable oil
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup buttermilk
– 1/2 cup hot coffee
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease and flour a mini cake pan or line it with paper liners for easy removal.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
6. Slowly pour in the hot coffee while mixing on low speed until the batter is smooth and well combined.
7. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared mini cake pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a snack cake comes out clean.
9. Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
**Serve and Enjoy!**
Indulge in these delightful Black Widow Snack Cakes as a special treat for yourself or share them with your loved ones. The combination of rich chocolate flavor and moist texture makes them a delightful addition to any occasion. Whether you enjoy them with a hot cup of coffee in the morning or as a sweet snack in the afternoon, these mini cakes are sure to satisfy your cravings for something sweet and delicious. Treat yourself to a little luxury with these decadent snack cakes.
