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Ultimate Moist Chocolate Fudge Cake with Silky Frosting

Two rich, dark slices of moist chocolate fudge cake topped with thick chocolate frosting on a white plate.
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A deeply rich, decadent chocolate fudge cake recipe that guarantees a moist texture. This recipe is simple enough for weeknights but luxurious enough for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot strong brewed coffee
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for cake batter)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, 3/4 cup cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt for the cake.
  3. Add the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for two minutes.
  4. Carefully stir in the hot coffee until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin. Stir in the chocolate chips.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and 1/2 cup cocoa powder, alternating with the heavy cream, beating until smooth.
  9. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Beat on high speed for 3 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  10. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread about one-third of the frosting evenly over the top. Place the second layer on top.
  11. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining silky fudge frosting.

Notes

  • Using hot coffee deepens the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee.
  • Buttermilk helps create a tender crumb, contributing to the moist texture.
  • For an extra decadent finish, you can drizzle melted dark chocolate or ganache over the top before serving.

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