Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, the cake is done. If there’s batter on the toothpick, continue baking for a few more minutes and check again.
Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Afterward, transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely. It’s important to let the cake cool fully before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
While the cake cools, make the frosting: In a heatproof bowl, combine the heavy cream and powdered sugar. Heat in the microwave for 20–30 seconds until the cream is warm but not boiling. Stir until the powdered sugar dissolves completely.
Add the cocoa powder and semisweet chocolate chips to the warm cream mixture. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the frosting is smooth and glossy. Let the frosting cool for a few minutes before spreading it over the cooled cake.
Once the cake is completely cool, spread the chocolate frosting generously over the top and sides of the cake. You can use a spatula to smooth it out or create a textured finish by swirling the frosting. Garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles for extra flair.
For the hot chocolate, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the hot milk, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar. Stir constantly until the cocoa powder and sugar are fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth. You can adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar to taste.
Once the hot chocolate is heated through, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the hot chocolate into a mug and top with whipped cream, if desired. You can also sprinkle some cocoa powder or chocolate shavings on top for an extra indulgent touch.
Serve a warm slice of your freshly baked chocolate cake alongside the rich and comforting hot chocolate. The combination of the moist, chocolatey cake with the creamy, velvety hot chocolate will satisfy your sweet cravings like nothing else!
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