For many Nigerians, chocolate holds a special power. It is a universal comfort food, a celebratory treat, and the ultimate indulgence. Pastry Chef Pamela Adunola, owner of the Lagos-based bakery Sprinkled & Spiced, perfectly captures this sentiment in her passionate ode to chocolate, published by Guardian Nigeria on January 5, 2026.
The Ultimate Chocolate Cake for the Ultimate Mum
Pamela Adunola declares her love for all forms of chocolate—white, milk, and dark. She positions it as the perfect solution for a needed energy boost, a cheat day reward, or a simple guilty pleasure. With Mother's Day in mind, she encourages baking this treat for the 'BEST Mum in the world'.
Having experimented with numerous chocolate cake varieties, from Devil's food to Sacher torte, Chef Pamela confidently claims to have found 'the one'. She boldly labels her creation 'the BEST Chocolate cake of all time!!'. The recipe's major appeal lies in its simplicity, requiring no complex equipment; all ingredients are mixed with a spoon before baking.
Recipe: A Decadent Yet Simple Creation
The magic formula, according to Adunola, is her specific Chocolate Cake Recipe combined with her Chocolate Buttercream Recipe. The cake itself is described as moist and decadent, designed to be beginner-friendly with a prep time of just 10 minutes and a cook time of 25 minutes.
The cake ingredients are:
- 200g flour
- 50g Cocoa Powder
- 275g Sugar
- 2 Teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 200ml Vegetable Oil
- 2 Large Eggs
- 100ml Boiling Water
The rich chocolate buttercream requires:
- 350g Butter
- 350g Icing Sugar
- 50g Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 2 Tablespoon Milk
- ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For an extra layer of luxury, she recommends adding 50g of melted dark or milk chocolate folded into the buttercream for a richer, glossier frosting.
Step-by-Step Baking Instructions
The method is straightforward. For the cake, preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two 8-inch cake tins. Combine all cake ingredients except the boiling water in a large bowl, mixing with a wooden spoon until smooth. Gradually add the boiling water to create a liquid batter. Divide between the tins and bake for 25-30 minutes until a skewer comes out clean. Cool completely before icing.
For the buttercream, whisk all ingredients together until smooth. Incorporate the optional melted chocolate for enhanced richness. To assemble, place one cake layer on a plate, spread with a third of the frosting, top with the second layer, and cover with the remaining frosting. Garnish with chocolate-dipped strawberries or chocolate shavings.
Visit Sprinkled & Spiced in Ikoyi, Lagos
Chef Pamela Adunola invites dessert lovers to experience more of her creations at her physical bakery. Sprinkled & Spiced is located at 27 Ribadu (By Norma William Gate), Ikoyi, Lagos.
She also encourages followers to connect on Instagram @sprinkledspiced for special Mother's Day offers and promotions. This personal touch connects the online recipe sharing with her tangible business, offering Lagos residents a place to either find inspiration or purchase ready-made treats for their celebrations.
