Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe
Overview:
Indulge in the chocolatiest, fudgiest cake you’ll ever taste with this recipe that’s been passed down through generations. It’s a dessert masterpiece that’s guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings in just 35 minutes from start to finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 1 cake
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 cups | Flour |
| 2 cups | Sugar |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1/2 cup | Buttermilk |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1 cup | Butter |
| 4 cups | Hot water |
| 1/2 cup | Cocoa powder |
| 4 cups | Confectioners’ sugar |
| 6 cups | Milk |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract (for icing) |
| 1 cup | Chopped nuts |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl. Set aside for later use.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, buttermilk, baking soda, and vanilla extract until well combined. Set aside.
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Prepare Chocolate Mixture: In a saucepan, bring the butter, cocoa powder, and hot water to a boil, stirring continuously until smooth and well combined.
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Combine Mixtures: Combine the dry and wet mixtures with the chocolate mixture, stirring until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
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Bake: Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Prepare Icing: While the cake is baking, prepare the icing. In a saucepan, bring the butter, cocoa powder, and milk to a boil, stirring constantly. Once boiled, pour the mixture over the confectioners’ sugar in a mixing bowl. Add vanilla extract and chopped nuts, then mix well until smooth and creamy.
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Ice the Cake: Once the cake is out of the oven and still hot, pour the prepared icing over the top, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
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Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy your decadent chocolate fudge cake with a cold glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 7912.4
- Fat: 367.1g
- Saturated Fat: 190.6g
- Cholesterol: 1121.8mg
- Sodium: 5529mg
- Carbohydrates: 1114.1g
- Fiber: 27.1g
- Sugar: 857.4g
- Protein: 80g
Recipe Notes:
- This cake is best served warm with the icing freshly poured over the top for that extra gooey, chocolatey goodness.
- Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just be sure to microwave each slice for a few seconds before serving to restore its fudgy texture.
- Feel free to customize your cake by adding your favorite nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for added crunch and flavor. You can also drizzle some caramel or chocolate sauce over the top for a decadent finishing touch.
- This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a special birthday, hosting a dinner party, or simply craving a delicious homemade treat. So go ahead, indulge your senses and treat yourself to a slice (or two) of this irresistible chocolate fudge cake!
