Valentine's Small Chocolate Cake (6-inch) - Perfect for Two - Zest Plate

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (63g), spooned & leveled
• 1/4 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder (21g)
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil (60ml)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g)
• 1 large egg, at room temperature
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup buttermilk (60ml), at room temperature
• 4 ounces quality semi-sweet chocolate (113g), finely chopped
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (120ml)
• Fresh raspberries
• Fresh mint leaves
• Sprinkles