The Ultimate Fudgy Chocolate Cake of Love

Indulge in decadence with *The Ultimate Fudgy Chocolate Cake of Love,* a dessert that lives up to its name. This irresistibly rich, moist cake is crafted with a blend of unsweetened cocoa powder, buttermilk, and a touch of boiling water, creating an ultra-fudgy texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a silky homemade chocolate ganache made from semisweet chocolate chips and heavy cream, every bite delivers pure chocolate bliss. Perfect for special occasions or a heartfelt treat, this two-layer showstopper is as easy to make as it is to love, with just 20 minutes of prep time and step-by-step instructions to guide you. Serve it to your loved ones and watch their faces light up—it’s more than a cake; it’s a delicious expression of affection. Keywords: fudgy chocolate cake, chocolate ganache recipe, moist homemade chocolate cake, easy chocolate dessert, special occasion cake.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
• 0.75 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing)
• 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting pans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter. Dust the pans with unsweetened cocoa powder and tap out any excess.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat the mixture on medium speed using an electric mixer until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Use a spatula to smooth the tops if necessary.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the cakes are cooling, make the chocolate ganache. Add the semisweet chocolate chips and heavy cream to a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.

Step 9

Allow the ganache to cool slightly, until it reaches a spreadable consistency.

Step 10

Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of ganache on top, then add the second cake layer. Cover the top and sides of the cake with the remaining ganache, smoothing it with a spatula.

Step 11

Let the cake sit for about 30 minutes to set. Slice and serve with love!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1807.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4770.2

Total Fat 180.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 610.3mg	0%
Sodium 5476.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 812.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 87.1g	0%
Total Sugars 545.4g
Protein 91.9g	0%

Vitamin D 216.0IU	0%
Calcium 746.1mg	0%
Iron 47.2mg	0%
Potassium 4249.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 62.0%