Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe
Chocolate fudge cake is the culinary embodiment of pure bliss. It's not just a cake; it's an experience, a symphony of rich, moist chocolate that sends your taste buds into overdrive. If you're ready to unleash your inner chocolatier, look no further than this foolproof recipe.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter,
softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a
9x13 inch baking pan.
- Dry Symphony: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa
powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Creamy Chorus: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and
sugar until light and fluffy. One egg at a time, beat in, and then stir in
the vanilla extract.
- Wet Harmony: Alternately add the dry ingredients and
buttermilk to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the
boiling water until fully incorporated.
- Bake to Bliss: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake
for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out
clean.
- Chocolate Embrace: Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 30
minutes before frosting. Top with your favorite chocolate frosting and
prepare to be mesmerized.
Nutritional Information:
(Per slice, based on 12 slices)
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sodium: 320mg
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Sugar: 35g
- Protein: 6g
Tips for a Fudgy Masterpiece:
- Don't Overmix: Overmixing can lead to a tough cake. Mix just
until the ingredients are combined, and stop as soon as you see no more
dry flour.
- Embrace Hot Liquids: Adding hot liquids to the batter helps create a
denser, fudgier texture. Try boiling water, coffee, or even strong brewed
tea for a twist.
- Let it Rest: Letting the cake cool completely before frosting
allows the flavors to meld and the textures to set. Patience is key for a
divine dessert.