Chocolate fudge cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers, featuring a rich and dense texture that melts in your mouth. This indulgent cake is packed with intense chocolate flavor, thanks to a combination of cocoa powder and melted chocolate, creating a fudgy interior that¡¯s perfectly complemented by a smooth chocolate frosting. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you¡¯re craving a decadent treat, this cake is a true showstopper and pairs wonderfully with a scoop of ice cream or fresh berries.
INGREDIENTS:
For the cake:
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? 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
? 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
? 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
? 1/2 tsp baking soda
? 1/4 tsp salt
? 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
? 1 1/2 cups sugar
? 4 large eggs
? 1 tsp vanilla extract
? 1 cup buttermilk
? 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate
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For the chocolate fudge frosting:
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? 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
? 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
? 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
? 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate
? 2-3 tbsp milk
? 1 tsp vanilla extract
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INSTRUCTIONS:
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1. Preheat your oven to 350¡ãF (175¡ãC). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then
stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir in the melted chocolate
until well combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring
to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. For the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing well. Stir in the melted chocolate,
vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
8. Frost the cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second cake layer on top. Frost the entire
cake with the remaining fudge frosting.
9. Serve and enjoy this rich, decadent chocolate fudge cake!
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