Indulge in the sweet and chocolatey goodness of this easy chocolate fudge cake recipe from scratch. This cake is moist, rich, and fudgy, making it perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. It's so simple to make that you'll be able to whip it up in no time, even if you're a beginner baker.
Prep Time
The preparation time for this chocolate fudge cake is approximately 20 minutes.
Cook Time
The cooking time for this chocolate fudge cake is approximately 35 minutes.
Ingredients
For the cake: - 2 cups all-purpose flour - 2 cups granulated sugar - ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder - 2 teaspoons baking powder - 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda - 1 teaspoon salt - 1 cup milk - ½ cup vegetable oil - 2 large eggs - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract - 1 cup boiling water For the frosting: - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened - 2 cups powdered sugar - ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract - 1-2 tablespoons milk
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl - Electric mixer - Measuring cups and spoons - 9x13 inch baking pan - Wire rack - Saucepan
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and set aside. 3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well. 4. Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. 5. Stir in the boiling water with a spoon. The batter will be thin but that's okay. 6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake. 7. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack. For the frosting: 1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. 2. Stir in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder until well combined. 3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and milk until the frosting is smooth and creamy. 4. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.
Notes
- Be sure to use unsweetened cocoa powder for both the cake and frosting. - You can use any type of milk for this recipe. - The boiling water is added to thin out the batter and make the cake moist and fudgy. - Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.
Can I use a different size baking pan? Yes, you can use a different size baking pan but the baking time may vary. Can I use butter instead of vegetable oil? Yes, you can use melted butter instead of vegetable oil. Can I make this cake ahead of time? Yes, you can make this cake a day ahead of time and store it in an airtight container at room temperature.
Recipe Tips
- For an even more chocolatey flavor, you can add chocolate chips to the batter. - You can also add chopped nuts or sprinkles to the frosting for added texture and flavor. - To make the frosting thicker, add more powdered sugar. To make it thinner, add more milk.
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