Delicious and Moist Old-Fashioned Fudge Cake Recipe

Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this old-fashioned fudge cake. Made with simple ingredients and topped with a smooth chocolate fudge frosting, this cake is a timeless treat that is sure to please your family and friends. Whether for birthdays, special occasions, or just a sweet craving, this recipe will never disappoint.

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 2/3 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth and well combined.
4. Stir in the boiling water to thin out the batter. The batter will be thin, but that's normal.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
7. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In the meantime, prepare the fudge frosting. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
9. Add the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
10. Let the frosting cool for about 15 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
11. Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of the fudge frosting on top.
12. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining fudge frosting.
13. For an extra touch, you can garnish the cake with chocolate shavings or sprinkles.
14. Serve and enjoy this heavenly old-fashioned fudge cake!

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