Description
This Easy Chocolate Fudge Cake is a moist and rich dessert perfect for any chocolate lover. Made with simple pantry ingredients like cocoa powder, eggs, and milk, this cake combines a tender crumb with intense chocolate flavor. It’s baked in one pan, making it a straightforward and quick recipe that yields a deliciously fudgy texture every time.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and cocoa powder.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Incorporate Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water into the batter. The batter will be thin, but this helps achieve a moist texture in the final cake.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Notes
- For an extra rich flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder.
- Ensure all wet ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- You can add chocolate chips or nuts for added texture.
- Do not overbake to keep the cake moist and fudgy.
- This cake freezes well; wrap it tightly and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
