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“Ultimate Chocolate Fudge Cake”
Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 2 cups sugar
- 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Chocolate Fudge Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Equipment:
- Two 9-inch round baking pans
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
- Make the Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; beat on medium speed of mixer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour batter into prepared pans.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans to wire racks. Cool completely.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy.
- Gradually add cocoa powder, alternating with powdered sugar and milk, beating on low speed until all ingredients are incorporated. Increase to medium speed and beat until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Place one layer of cake on a serving plate. Spread frosting over the top.
- Top with the second layer and apply frosting to the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate:
- For a professional finish like the one in the image, you can smooth the sides and top using a cake spatula and add decorative swirls or chocolate shavings.
- Serve:
- Allow the cake to set for a bit before slicing to ensure the layers stay intact and the frosting is firm.
This Chocolate Fudge Cake is a showstopper perfect for any celebration or as a decadent treat to enjoy any time. Its deep chocolate flavor and creamy texture are sure to satisfy all your chocolate cravings. Enjoy baking and indulging in this delicious masterpiece!
