Mix the flour, baking powder and sugar in a large bowl.
Pour in the oil and the water, stirring until you get a smooth batter.
Melt the dark chocolate and fold it into the batter.
Grease a 24 cm pan or line it with baking paper.
Pour the batter into the pan and bake in a conventional oven at 170°C for 45-50 minutes.
Check for doneness with the toothpick test.
Let cool, unmold and transfer the cake to a serving plate.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Oven
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container
You can add half a teaspoon of cinnamon to further flavor the cake. Instead of baking powder you can use 1 teaspoon of baking soda plus 1 teaspoon of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar. Great for breakfast or a snack, pairs well with a cup of coffee.
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| Energy (kcal) | 314.29 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 45.21 |
| of which Sugars (g) | 23.72 |
| Fat (g) | 13.72 |
| of which Saturates (g) | 4.3 |
| Protein (g) | 4.39 |
| Fiber (g) | 1.89 |
| Sale (g) | 0.22 |
