Description

Looking for the best Chocolate Fudge Cake recipe? This easy and quick dessert idea is simple to prepare and delivers rich chocolate flavor in every bite. Moist cake layers paired with smooth fudge frosting create a healthy indulgent style treat perfect for birthdays, holidays, gatherings, or weekend baking. Save this simple homemade cake recipe for celebrations or anytime you want a classic chocolate dessert everyone will love.

Ingredients

2 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup hot water or hot coffee
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour two 9 inch round cake pans and line bottoms with parchment paper.
In a large bowl whisk together 2 cups flour, 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 2 cups sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
Add 2 eggs, 1 cup vegetable oil, 1 cup milk, and 2 teaspoons vanilla. Mix until smooth. Slowly stir in 1 cup hot water or coffee until batter is thin and well combined.
Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a rack.
For frosting melt 1/2 cup butter with 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream until smooth and thickened. Cool slightly then spread between layers and over cake evenly.

Notes

Use coffee instead of water for deeper chocolate flavor.
Do not frost until cake is completely cool.
Add a splash of cream if frosting becomes too thick.
Store covered to maintain moisture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American