Craving something sweet but don’t want to wait hours to bake? This 10-Minute Chocolate Cake in a Pan is the perfect quick dessert fix! Soft, moist, rich in chocolate, and made without an oven — this recipe is so simple that anyone can make it in their kitchen.
Whether you’re a student, living alone, or just too lazy to bake, this one-pan cake will become your new favorite. Let’s get started!
Ingredients You’ll Need
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All-purpose flour (maida) – 1 cup
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Cocoa powder – 3 tablespoons
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Sugar – ½ cup (adjust to taste)
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Baking powder – 1 teaspoon
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Baking soda – ½ teaspoon
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Salt – a pinch
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Milk – ½ cup (room temperature)
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Oil or melted butter – 3 tablespoons
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Vanilla essence – ½ teaspoon
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Water – ¼ cup (for smooth batter)
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Chocolate chips or chunks (optional, but highly recommended )
Step-by-Step Method
Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, add flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well so everything is evenly combined.
Step 2: Add Wet Ingredients
Pour in milk, oil (or butter), vanilla essence, and water.
Whisk everything together until you get a smooth, lump-free batter.
(Pro tip: Don’t overmix, or your cake may turn dense!)
Step 3: Prepare the Pan
Take a non-stick pan and grease it lightly with butter or oil.
Pour the batter into the pan and spread it evenly.
If you like, sprinkle some chocolate chips on top.
Step 4: Cook the Cake
Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low flame for 8–10 minutes.
Keep checking after 8 minutes — if a toothpick comes out clean, your cake is done.
Step 5: Cool & Serve
Let the cake rest for 5 minutes, then gently take it out.
Top it with chocolate syrup, Nutella, or powdered sugar — whatever you love!
Quick Tips
Use dark cocoa powder for an intense chocolate flavor.
You can add a spoon of coffee to enhance the chocolate taste.
Keep the flame low to avoid burning the bottom.
Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a café-style dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Ready in just 10 minutes
✅ No oven, no fancy tools
✅ Soft, gooey, and full of chocolate flavor
✅ Perfect midnight dessert or emergency sweet fix
Whether it’s a sudden sweet craving, a surprise guest, or a lazy Sunday mood — this 10-Minute Chocolate Cake in a Pan is all you need to make your day sweeter! ✨