Leanne’s Chocolate Cake

This chocolate cake, shared by my friend Leanne, was a hit during our night-fill supper breaks. Rich, spiced, and moist, it’s a comforting classic topped with creamy chocolate icing that perfectly complements the cake’s flavour.

Simple to make and well-loved, this recipe brings back fond memories and is perfect for sharing with friends and family. Whether for a special occasion or an everyday treat, it’s sure to be well received.

Ingredients

• 125g butter
• 2 dessertspoons golden syrup
• 1½ cups flour
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup sugar
• ½ cup milk
• 1-2 tablespoons cocoa
• ¼ teaspoon mixed spice
• vanilla
• 1 teaspoon baking soda dissolved in ½ cup milk (extra)

Method

1. Melt butter, syrup, sugar, and milk together.
2. Add sifted flour, cocoa, and spices. Stir well.
3. Add vanilla and baking soda in milk.
4. Bake for 30 minutes at 180°C.
5. Ice with chocolate icing when cold.

Chocolate Icing

Ingredients

• 50g butter, softened
• 1 cup icing sugar
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons boiling water

Method

1. Sift cocoa and icing sugar together.
2. Add butter and beat well.
3. Add boiling water and beat until creamy.
4. Spread over cake and allow to set.