Rich and Fudgy Chocolate Cake
Rich and fudgy chocolate cake is a dream come true for chocolate aficionados. This moist, dense dessert features an intense cocoa flavor complemented by a creamy, luscious frosting. Perfect for birthdays or any special occasion, each bite melts in your mouth and brings instant joy. Whether shared at a gathering or enjoyed as a personal treat, this decadent cake promises to delight and satisfy every sweet craving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Frosting: ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until combined. Mix into dry ingredients until smooth.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, cream butter and gradually mix in cocoa powder and powdered sugar. Add heavy cream to reach desired consistency.
- Frost cooled cakes and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg