LIFE IS BETTER WITH CHOCOLATE (ESPECIALLY TODAY)!
"My policy on cake is pro having it and pro eating it!"
... Boris Johnson
It's is National Chocolate Cake Day! How are you celebrating this ultimate excuse to indulge? Who doesn't love chocolate cake? I've always said if I were on death row ordering my last meal, my dessert would have to be chocolate cake!
"Let's face it, a nice creamy chocolate cake does a lot for a lot of people; it does it for me."
... Audrey Hepburn
From classic recipes to creative spins, National Chocolate Day is about honoring the versatility and universal love for chocolate cake. Whether you're baking from scratch or picking up a slice from your favorite local bakery, National Chocolate Cake Day is a reminder that sometimes, life is best enjoyed one bite at a time.
Wondering about the history of chocolate cake? The Clements Library Chronicles provide some great historical background. They've even included a picture of one of the earliest printed recipes for chocolate cake in America.
Five great recipes for chocolate cake to bake on your own:
- Flourless Chocolate Cake
- Mint Chocolate Cake
- Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake
- Eggless Chocolate Cake
- Better Than Boxed Chocolate Cake
So how will you be celebrating National Chocolate Cake? Whether you enjoy it solo or share it with friends or family, there’s no wrong way to honor this delicious day. So dig in, savor every bite, and make today a little sweeter! Myself, I'll be celebrating with a slice of chocolate cake and a great cup of coffee!
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