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Chocolate Fudge Cake

Indulge in this richly decadent Chocolate Fudge Cake, known for its velvety texture and deep chocolate flavor, perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Plus a little extra for dusting
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can use a non-dairy alternative
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well until combined.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until just combined.
  • Carefully add the hot water to the cake batter. Mix until smooth.

Baking

  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them onto wire racks to cool completely.

Serving

  • Once cooled, frost with your favorite icing or serve plain for a decadent experience.

Notes

To make it Halal, replace buttermilk with a non-dairy variant or mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Ensure that you don’t overmix the batter after adding hot water. Always measure accurately and make sure ingredients are at room temperature.
Keyword Chocolate Fudge Cake, Dessert Recipe, Ina Garten