Gramma's Fudge Cake
Indulge in the timeless decadence of Gramma's Fudge Cake—an ultra-moist, rich chocolate cake that will transport you straight to fond childhood memories. Made with pantry staples like cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and sugar, this family-favorite recipe creates a perfectly tender crumb with minimal effort. The secret lies in the addition of boiling water, which results in a silky, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ready in under an hour, this two-layer treat is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simply satisfying a chocolate craving. Frost it with a luscious chocolate buttercream for double the indulgence or pair with a creamy vanilla icing for balance. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a tall glass of milk for the ultimate dessert experience. A true classic, Gramma's Fudge Cake is the epitome of comfort baking!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, or until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Step 4
Slowly pour in the boiling water and stir until the batter is thin and smooth. The batter will be very runny, but this ensures a moist cake.
Step 5
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 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 before frosting.
Step 8
Frost and decorate as desired. Suggested frosting: a rich chocolate buttercream or creamy vanilla icing for contrast.
Step 9
Slice and serve Gramma's Fudge Cake with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1440.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3902.4 |
| Total Fat 139.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g | |
| Cholesterol 29.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5019.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 709.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 70.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 415.9g | |
| Protein 68.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 107.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 547.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 39.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3341.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories