Boston Fudge Cake
Indulge in the decadence of a classic Boston Fudge Cake, a dessert that embodies rich chocolate flavor and velvety fudge frosting. This two-tiered masterpiece features moist, tender cake layers made with unsweetened cocoa powder and a touch of boiling water for a perfectly smooth texture. Topped with a luscious, buttery fudge frosting infused with melted semisweet chocolate, this cake is pure chocolate bliss in every bite. Ideal for celebrations, dinner parties, or an elegant treat, the Boston Fudge Cake is easy to prepare in just under an hour yet looks stunning enough to impress. Garnish as desired and serve slightly chilled for the ultimate dessert experience. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this classic recipe is sure to become a treasured favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 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 (softened)
- 3 cups Powdered sugar
- 5 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 cup Chocolate chips (semisweet)
Instructions
Preheat your 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, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat the mixture on medium speed using an electric mixer until well combined, about 2 minutes.
Slowly pour in the boiling water, mixing continuously until the batter is smooth and thin.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, prepare the fudge frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Add the cocoa powder, heavy cream, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until smooth and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of cream.
Melt the semisweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until fully melted and smooth. Let the melted chocolate cool slightly, then stir it into the frosting until well combined.
Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of fudge frosting over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top and spread the frosting over the top and sides of the cake, smoothing it with an offset spatula.
Decorate the cake as desired and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 430.2 g | 552% | |
| Saturated Fat | 213.7 g | 1068% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 993 mg | 331% | |
| Sodium | 2867 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1197.6 g | 435% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 86.8 g | 310% | |
| Total Sugars | 865.5 g | ||
| Protein | 99.1 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.7 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 818 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 49.8 mg | 277% | |
| Potassium | 4191 mg | 89% | |
*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.
