Decadent Fudge Cake Recipe

Name: Decadent Fudge Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup white sugar; 1/4 lb. butter (1 stick); Cake; 1 cup light brown sugar; 2 whole egga; 2 squares melted baking chocolate; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 cups cake flour; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 cup boiling water; 1 teaspoon baking soda; Icing:; 3 squares melted baking chocolate; 1 pound box powdered sugar; 1 stick butter; 4-5 tablespoons sour cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 cup heavy cream, whipped; 4 tablespoons XXXXX sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

1 cup white sugar
1/4 lb. butter (1 stick)
Cake
1 cup light brown sugar
2 whole egga
2 squares melted baking chocolate
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups cake flour
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon baking soda
Icing:
3 squares melted baking chocolate
1 pound box powdered sugar
1 stick butter
4-5 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup heavy cream, whipped
4 tablespoons XXXXX sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

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["Cream the sugars and stock of butter for 30 minutes in stand mixer.", "Add: 2 whole eggs", "2 squares melted chocolate", "1 teaspoon vanilla", "Add: 2 cups sifted cake flour alternately with:", "1/2 cup sour cream", "1 cup BOILING water", "1 teaspoon baking soda.", "Pour into prepared 2 - 8"" cake layer pans, bake for 30 minutes until done. Cool 10 minutes in pans and turn out onto cake racks to cool completely.", "Whip cream, add powdered sugar and vanilla and set aside.", "Icing: melt chocolate and butter together. Add hot chocolate mixed to powdered sugar, add 4 tablespoons of sour cream and vanilla and beeat on high speed of mixer until thick, keeping the icing smooth and creamy. If icing is too thick, gradually add the 4th tablespoons of sour cream until the right consistency.", "", "Split both layers in two, making 4 layers. Spread the whipped cream between layer 1 and 2. Spread fudge icing on top of layer 2. Spread remaining whipped cream between layer 3 and 4. With the remaining fudge icing, spread over the sides and top of cake. A bamboo skewer inserted in center of cake helps to keep the layers in position while icing cake. Refrigerate."]

3275

kcal

Calories

196

Fat

363

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup white sugar, 1/4 lb. butter (1 stick), Cake, 1 cup light brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Decadent Fudge Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Decadent Fudge Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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