Description
Looking for a dessert that’s equal parts cozy and bold? This Mexican Chocolate Milk Cake is the answer. A rich chocolate sponge gets a cinnamon-spiked triple-milk soak, then it’s crowned with fluffy whipped cream and a dusting of spice. Sweet, creamy, and just a little fiery thanks to cayenne, this treat is a true fiesta on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Layer
- 1 ½ cups self-rising flour
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup dark brown sugar
- 1 cup plain or dairy-free yogurt
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice level)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Milk Soak
- 1 cup evaporated milk (or non-dairy option)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk (or non-dairy option)
- 1 cup whole milk (or non-dairy option)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Cream Topping
- 1 cup whipped cream (regular or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bake the Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, both sugars, cocoa, cinnamon, cayenne, and vanilla. Stir in the yogurt and water until smooth and lump-free.
Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick poked in the center comes out clean. Let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes before moving to a cooling rack.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, both sugars, cocoa, cinnamon, cayenne, and vanilla. Stir in the yogurt and water until smooth and lump-free.
- Create the Milk Bath
- In a small saucepan, gently warm the evaporated milk, condensed milk, whole milk, and cinnamon. Don’t let it boil — just heat it until it’s cozy and fragrant.
- Soak it Up
- Once the cake is fully cooled, use a fork to poke holes across the surface. Slowly drizzle the warm milk mixture over the cake, letting it seep in. Be patient here — give it at least 30 minutes to soak so every bite is extra moist.
- Add the Creamy Crown
- Spread the whipped cream across the top of the soaked cake. Finish with a light sprinkle of cinnamon for a little extra warmth and color.
- Serve & Enjoy
- Slice, serve, and dig into this luscious chocolatey-spiced creation. Pair it with hot coffee for a comforting vibe or a cold glass of milk if you want to double down on the creamy goodness.
Notes
✨ And there you have it — a velvety, moist cake that blends chocolate, cinnamon, and a gentle kick of heat into one unforgettable bite.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg