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Moist Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Fudge Frosting

Rich, decadent, and moist chocolate cake with creamy fudge frosting, perfect for celebrations or cozy desserts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1.5 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs large
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
Chocolate Fudge Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Cake pans
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cake pans.
  2. Whisk together dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Combine milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
  4. Mix wet ingredients with dry ingredients, then add boiling water slowly.
  5. Pour batter into pans and bake 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes on wire racks completely.
  7. Beat butter for frosting, gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa. Add vanilla and cream, adjust consistency.
  8. Frost the cake layers and garnish as desired.

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate for best flavor. Ensure cakes are completely cooled before frosting.