Savannah Chocolate Cake with Hot Fudge Sauce
Indulge in the rich decadence of a *Savannah Chocolate Cake with Hot Fudge Sauce*, a dessert that combines Southern charm with pure chocolate bliss. This moist, tender chocolate cake is infused with unsweetened cocoa for a deep, velvety flavor, enhanced by a touch of vanilla and a splash of boiling water for an irresistibly smooth texture. Topped with a luscious homemade hot fudge sauce made from semi-sweet chocolate, heavy cream, and a hint of buttery goodness, every bite is a melt-in-your-mouth experience. With only 20 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress. Serve warm with a generous drizzle of the rich sauce for a truly unforgettable dessert moment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups heavy cream
- 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Dust them lightly with cocoa powder, tapping out the excess.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed with an electric mixer for 2 minutes until smooth.
Gradually stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the cakes in their pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the hot fudge sauce, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream, chocolate chips, and corn syrup.
Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until the chocolate chips are completely melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.
Slice the chocolate cake and serve warm with the hot fudge sauce drizzled generously over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 302.0 g | 387% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.5 g | 648% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 705 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 4053 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 705.8 g | 257% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 80.5 g | 288% | |
| Total Sugars | 435.9 g | ||
| Protein | 86.6 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 608 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 42.8 mg | 238% | |
| Potassium | 3441 mg | 73% | |
*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.
