Best Ever Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake
Indulge in decadence with the Best Ever Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake, a rich, moist chocolate dessert that’s destined to become your go-to for celebrations or sweet cravings. This irresistible cake boasts ultra-tender layers made with cocoa powder and a touch of boiling water for enhanced chocolate flavor, while the silky, melt-in-your-mouth fudge frosting is whipped to perfection with creamy butter, powdered sugar, and a hint of vanilla. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this two-layer masterpiece is a showstopper for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion that calls for something truly special. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream and watch it disappear in seconds! Perfect for chocolate lovers everywhere, this recipe ensures a bakery-quality cake right from your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 0.33 cup whole milk (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
Slowly add the boiling water to the batter, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. The batter will be thin; this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, beat the butter and cocoa powder together in a mixing bowl until creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with small amounts of milk, and continue beating until the frosting is light, fluffy, and spreadable.
Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
Once the cake layers have cooled completely, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.
Decorate as desired, slice, and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 332.0 g | 426% | |
| Saturated Fat | 156.9 g | 785% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 554 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 5306 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 71.4 g | 255% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 657 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 3260 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
