Hot Chocolate Ring

Indulge in the cozy warmth of a freshly baked Hot Chocolate Ring, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of cocoa and chocolate in every bite. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for chilly days, pairing wonderfully with a steaming cup of hot cocoa. With a soft, chocolate-infused dough and a generous sprinkling of chocolate chips, this ring is a true delight for chocolate lovers. Whether enjoyed as a dessert or a sweet snack,

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
• Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a ring-shaped cake pan or bundt pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. Add Butter: Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk and vanilla extract. Stir until the dough comes together. It will be slightly sticky.
5. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate into the dough until evenly distributed.
6. Fill the Pan: Transfer the dough into the greased and floured cake pan. Smooth out the top with a spatula.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the hot chocolate ring to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Optional: Dust with Powdered Sugar: Once cooled, you can dust the hot chocolate ring with powdered sugar for an extra touch.
10. Slice and Enjoy: Slice the ring into servings and enjoy your delicious hot chocolate-flavored treat!

You can serve the hot chocolate ring with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee for a delightful snack or dessert. Adjust the sweetness and chocolate intensity according to your taste preferences.