Spicy Chocolate Chestnut Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add the chestnut puree to the egg mixture and mix well.

5. 5

   Gradually add the melted chocolate and butter mixture to the egg mixture, stirring continuously.

6. 6

   Sift the whole wheat flour, chili powder, and baking powder together, then fold into the chocolate mixture.

7. 7

   Add the milk and mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into a greased and lined cake tin.

9. 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.