Chocolate Fudge and Golden Layer Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this decadent Chocolate Fudge and Golden Layer Cake—a true showstopper for any celebration! This gorgeous cake features moist, buttery golden layers made from scratch with a hint of pure vanilla, perfectly balanced by a rich, velvety chocolate fudge frosting crafted from melted semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream. The combination of fluffy cake and luscious, glossy frosting creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will impress even the most discerning sweet tooth. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, this cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a hint of decadence. Garnish with a sprinkling of chocolate shavings or serve as is for a dessert that’s guaranteed to steal the show. Treat your family and friends to this irresistible slice of happiness!
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1.25 cups Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.5 cups Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 8
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
To make the chocolate fudge frosting, heat the heavy cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
Step 10
Remove the cream from the heat and pour it over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Step 11
Allow the chocolate mixture to cool to room temperature, then beat in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder until the frosting is thick and spreadable.
Step 12
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of chocolate fudge frosting over the top.
Step 13
Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining chocolate fudge frosting.
Step 14
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set.
Step 15
Slice and enjoy your luscious Chocolate Fudge and Golden Layer Cake!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2343.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 8339.1 |
| Total Fat 429.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 258.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 1589.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2842.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1126.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 74.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 772.1g | |
| Protein 111.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 267.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 657.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 42.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2835.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories