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Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 480
A rich and moist chocolate fudge cake with luscious frosting, perfect for celebrations or indulgent treats.

Ingredients

FOR THE CAKE

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed (for deeper flavor)
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot coffee or hot water (for a milder flavor)

FOR THE FUDGE FROSTING

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup heavy cream (plus extra if needed)
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch pans.
  • Whisk dry ingredients in a large bowl. Add wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
  • Gradually pour in hot coffee while mixing on low until batter is thin and moist.
  • Divide batter into pans, bake 30-35 minutes, then cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  • Beat butter until creamy, then sift in cocoa and powdered sugar, alternating with cream. Add vanilla and salt, beat until fluffy.
  • Assemble cake layers with frosting, then frost top and sides. Garnish as desired and serve.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Calories: 480kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate