“Ultimate Chocolate Fudge Cake”

“Ultimate Chocolate Fudge Cake”

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

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

For the Chocolate Fudge Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 5 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Equipment:

• Two 9-inch round baking pans
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
2. Make the Cake Batter:
   • In a large bowl, stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
   • Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; beat on medium speed of mixer for 2 minutes.
   • Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour batter into prepared pans.
3. Bake the Cake:
   • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
   • Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans to wire racks. Cool completely.
4. Prepare the Frosting:
   • In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy.
   • Gradually add cocoa powder, alternating with powdered sugar and milk, beating on low speed until all ingredients are incorporated. Increase to medium speed and beat until smooth.
   • Stir in vanilla extract.
5. Assemble the Cake:
   • Place one layer of cake on a serving plate. Spread frosting over the top.
   • Top with the second layer and apply frosting to the top and sides of the cake.
6. Decorate:
   • For a professional finish like the one in the image, you can smooth the sides and top using a cake spatula and add decorative swirls or chocolate shavings.
7. Serve:
   • Allow the cake to set for a bit before slicing to ensure the layers stay intact and the frosting is firm.

This Chocolate Fudge Cake is a showstopper perfect for any celebration or as a decadent treat to enjoy any time. Its deep chocolate flavor and creamy texture are sure to satisfy all your chocolate cravings. Enjoy baking and indulging in this delicious masterpiece!