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Chocolate Fudge Layered Cake Recipe

Chocolate Fudge Layered Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and decadent layers of this Chocolate Fudge Layered Cake. Moist chocolate cake paired with a creamy fudge frosting is a dessert lover’s dream come true.

Ingredients

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Main Cake:

  • 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
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

For the Fudge Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (plus more if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Carefully stir in the boiling water.
  4. Bake: Divide the batter between the pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool.
  5. Make frosting: Beat butter and cocoa powder. Add powdered sugar and cream, alternating. Mix in vanilla and salt.
  6. Assemble: Spread frosting between layers and on top and sides of the cake. Chill before serving.

Notes

  • For deeper flavor, use dark cocoa powder or espresso powder in the batter.
  • Cake layers can be baked a day ahead and wrapped tightly before assembling.

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