Cake Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup sugar
- Dash of salt
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
rosting Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
- 2 tablespoons cocoa
- 3-4 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Toppings and Serving:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Caramel sauce
- Whipped cream
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, sugar, and salt. Set aside.
- In a 10-inch cast iron skillet, bring butter, vegetable oil, cocoa powder, and water to a boil. Remove from heat and whisk in the dry ingredients well. Mix in buttermilk, egg, and vanilla.
- Bake the skillet cake at 350 degrees F for about 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
- While the cake cools, make the frosting. In a medium saucepan, bring butter, cocoa, and milk to a boil. Remove from heat and add icing sugar, nuts, and vanilla. Stir to combine.
- Pour the frosting over the warm cake, spread with a spatula, and serve with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and a dollop of whipped cream.
FAQs:
Q1: Can I use other nuts in the frosting?
A1: Absolutely! Feel free to substitute pecans with your favorite nuts or omit them if you have allergies.
Q2: Is there a substitute for buttermilk in the cake?
A2: You can use a mixture of milk and vinegar as a buttermilk substitute – 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice.
Q3: Can I make the cake ahead of time?
A3: While it’s best enjoyed fresh, you can prepare the cake and frost it just before serving for optimal taste and texture.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, this Chocolate Skillet Cake with Ice Cream is a heavenly treat that combines the warmth of a freshly baked cake with the coolness of ice cream and the richness of caramel sauce. Elevate your dessert game with this easy yet decadent recipe!