Chocolate Fudge Cake
Indulge in a slice of our decadent chocolate fudge cake, where rich cocoa meets velvety frosting in every bite. This cake is perfect for any occasion—be it a birthday celebration or a mid-week pick-me-up—and is sure to impress your guests. Its easy preparation makes it suitable for bakers at any skill level, while its stunning layers and glossy finish guarantee a show-stopping dessert that everyone will adore.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Create a well in the dry ingredients; add melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Once cool, whip up the frosting and spread generously between layers and on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg