Fudge Ribbon Cake
Indulge in the luscious layers of this Fudge Ribbon Cake, a show-stopping dessert that combines rich chocolate cake, velvety cream cheese filling, and a glossy fudge topping. Perfect for celebrations or any occasion that calls for decadence, this recipe pairs the deep flavors of cocoa with the creamy tang of a cheesecake-like ribbon that runs through the center. Topped with a silky ganache made from semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream, each bite is a harmonious blend of sweetness and texture. With just 30 minutes of prep time and straightforward assembly, this crowd-pleasing cake is as appealing to make as it is to eat. Serve it at room temperature or slightly chilled, and watch your guests swoon over every fudgy, creamy slice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 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 pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
Slowly add the boiling water to the batter, mixing until combined. The batter will be thin—this is normal.
Pour half of the chocolate batter into the prepared baking pan.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and egg together until smooth and creamy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chocolate batter in the pan.
Pour the remaining chocolate batter over the cream cheese layer, spreading it gently to cover the top.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
To prepare the fudge topping, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour it over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
Let the mixture sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Pour the fudge topping over the cooled cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Let the topping set for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 320.4 g | 411% | |
| Saturated Fat | 137.4 g | 687% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 72.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 970 mg | 323% | |
| Sodium | 6024 mg | 262% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 796.4 g | 290% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 82.1 g | 293% | |
| Total Sugars | 474.2 g | ||
| Protein | 112.9 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.1 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 849 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 46.7 mg | 259% | |
| Potassium | 3851 mg | 82% | |
*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.
