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Chocolate Halva Cake Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup tahini halva, crumbled
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup hot water

Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch cake pan
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.

3. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, and eggs until smooth.

4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.

5. Add the crumbled tahini halva to the batter and mix well.

6. Slowly pour in the hot water while mixing the batter until it is smooth and well combined.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top.

8. Bake the cake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing it.

10. Once cooled, remove the cake from the pan and serve.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- 8-10 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 320
- Total fat: 17g
- Saturated fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Total carbohydrates: 40g
- Dietary fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 25g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Tahini halva can be substituted with regular halva or any other nut butter.

Variations:
- Add chocolate chips to the batter for a more chocolatey flavor.
- Top the cake with whipped cream or frosting for a more decadent dessert.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to crumble the tahini halva into small pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the batter.
- Use hot water to help dissolve the tahini halva and create a smooth batter.

Storage instructions:
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the cake, place it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
- Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for a simple presentation.
- Top the cake with fresh berries or chopped nuts for a more colorful presentation.

Garnishes:
- Fresh berries
- Chopped nuts
- Powdered sugar

Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Milk

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Vanilla ice cream

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake is too dry, try adding more hot water to the batter.
- If the cake is too wet, try reducing the amount of hot water in the recipe.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to thoroughly wash your hands and all utensils before preparing the cake.
- Store the cake in an airtight container to prevent contamination.

Food history:
- Halva is a popular Middle Eastern dessert made from sesame paste and sugar.

Flavor profiles:
- Rich
- Chocolatey
- Nutty
- Sweet

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cake as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet snack.

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Taste: Rich, Sweet, Chocolaty, Nutty, Creamy