Ingredients

The following ingredients have 12 Servings
  • 1½ cups flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup water
  • ⅓ cup oil (use whatever type you have on hand)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider or white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 large egg
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips (or your favorite)
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream or whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt (such as Maldon salt)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

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