"Alone, this cake is moist, tender, and elegant, the chocolate echoed by the glossy glaze. But let's put our cards on the table: The exuberant confetti of colorful sprinkles is what makes you want to dive right in. They're just so much fun. Indeed, this cake turns any meal into an occasion with a capital "o."..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/3 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 stick unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup packed light brown sugar
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2 large eggs at room temperature 30 minutes
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 cup whole milk
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3 1/2 oz bittersweet chocolate (not more than 60% cacao if marked), finely chopped
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2 teaspoons light corn syrup
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Colorful confectionary sprinkles and/or nonpareils