Pan-Cooked Chocolate Cake

Steps

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1. 1
   Crack 2 eggs into a bowl, add 90g sugar, a pinch of salt, and vanilla if desired. Whisk together for about 1 minute until well combined.
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2. 2
   Pour in 200 ml milk and 40 ml sunflower oil, then mix further.
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3. 3
   Sift in 35g unsweetened cocoa powder and 180g flour. Whisk vigorously, starting from the centre and gradually moving towards the edges to prevent lumps.
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4. 4
   Add 11g baking powder (1.5 packets) and mix one final time.
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5. 5
   Take a non-stick frying pan, butter and flour it well to prevent sticking, then pour in the cake batter.
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6. 6
   Cover with a lid and cook on very low heat for 12 to 15 minutes. Test with a toothpick to check if done; if not fully cooked, leave for a few more minutes.
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7. 7
   Prepare the chocolate sauce: mix 200 ml milk, 1 tbsp flour, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder. Whisk well, then bring to a boil while stirring constantly to prevent lumps and allow it to thicken.
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   Once boiling, remove from heat and add 100g milk chocolate. Stir gently to melt it.
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9. 9
   Poke the cake all over with a fork and pour the chocolate sauce over it. The sauce will sit on the surface while penetrating into the cake, making it incredibly soft and delicious.
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10. 10
    Decorate as desired with chocolate chips or other toppings, then enjoy.
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