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Cocoa Fudge Cake

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This Cocoa Fudge Cake is a classic comfort dessert that delivers deep chocolate flavor in every bite. The cake layers are tender and moist, made with cake flour and cocoa powder, while the homemade frosting provides a smooth, intensely sweet chocolate finish. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect centerpiece for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion where you want to impress guests with a homemade treat. The combination of the fluffy cake and the dense, creamy fudge icing creates a balanced texture that is truly indulgent. Simple ingredients come together to create a timeless favorite that feels luxurious yet approachable for home bakers.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12
Calories: 1347.0
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Cocoa Fudge Cake is a classic comfort dessert that delivers deep chocolate flavor in every bite. The cake layers are tender and moist, made with cake flour and cocoa powder, while the homemade frosting provides a smooth, intensely sweet chocolate finish. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect centerpiece for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion where you want to impress guests with a homemade treat. The combination of the fluffy cake and the dense, creamy fudge icing creates a balanced texture that is truly indulgent. Simple ingredients come together to create a timeless favorite that feels luxurious yet approachable for home bakers.
Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup Butter
  • 1 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 3 Eggs
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon Vanilla
  • 2 1/4 cup Cake flour; sifted
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa
  • 3 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1 cup Milk
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. 3
    Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
  4. 4
    Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. 5
    In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
  6. 6
    Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Beat until just blended after each addition.
  7. 7
    Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  8. 8
    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. 9
    Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  10. 10
    While cakes cool, prepare the fudge frosting. In a heavy 3-quart saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup cocoa, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup corn syrup, and a pinch of salt.
  11. 11
    Cook and stir over medium-low heat until the sugar dissolves.
  12. 12
    Increase heat to medium and cook without stirring until the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage (234ðF/112ðC) on a candy thermometer.
  13. 13
    Remove from heat and let cool to 110ðF (43ðC) without stirring.
  14. 14
    Add 3 tablespoons of butter and 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  15. 15
    Beat the mixture vigorously until it is thick, creamy, and of spreading consistency.
  16. 16
    Spread a layer of frosting on one cake layer and top with the second layer. Frost the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1347.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 46.8g72%
Saturated Fat 26.9g135%
Cholesterol 237.8mg80%
Sodium 1942.5mg81%
Total Carbohydrate 226.8g76%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g57%
Sugars 94.8g
Protein 24.8g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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