Milk Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Milk Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chipits milk chocolate chips; 1 cup crisco all vegetable shortening; 1 (375 ml) can Carnation Evaporated Milk (regular, 2%, or fat-free); ½ cup vinegar; ¾ cup brown sugar, packed; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 4 eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 2 ½ cups cake-and-pastry flour; ½ cup cocoa powder; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ½ cup chipits semi-sweet chocolate chips; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; ½ cup butter, softened; 6 cups icing sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 cups chipits milk chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled

Servings: persons

1 cup chipits milk chocolate chips
1 cup crisco all vegetable shortening
1 (375 ml) can Carnation Evaporated Milk (regular, 2%, or fat-free)
½ cup vinegar
¾ cup brown sugar, packed
¾ cup granulated sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 ½ cups cake-and-pastry flour
½ cup cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ cup chipits semi-sweet chocolate chips
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup butter, softened
6 cups icing sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups chipits milk chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled

1
Preheat oven to 350F Grease two 9-inch cake pans.
2
CAKE: Melt chocolate and shortening together.
3
Cool.
4
In a separate bowl, combine evaporated milk and vinegar Reserve.
5
In a medium bowl, beat sugars, eggs and vanilla until mixture is thick, about 3-5 minutes,.
6
Fold in chocolate mixture.
7
Beat until combined.
8
Mix next 4 ingredients together.
9
Add half of dry mixture to wet ingredients.
10
Add milk mixture and then remaining dry mixture.
11
Fold in chocolate chips.
12
Divide batter between the two prepared cake pans.
13
Bake in preheated oven 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center of cakes comes out clean.
14
FROSTING: Beat cream cheese and butter until light and well combined.
15
Add icing sugar 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
16
Beat in vanilla and chocolate.
17
Thin out with 1-2 Tbsp, of milk if necessary.
18
ASSEMBLY: Slice each cake in half horizontaly to create 4 layers.
19
Spread first layer with about 1 cup frosting, continue with each layer, icing top and sides of cake, Refrigerate until ready to eat.

2681

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

416

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup chipits milk chocolate chips, 1 cup crisco all vegetable shortening, 1 (375 ml) can Carnation Evaporated Milk (regular, 2%, or fat-free), ½ cup vinegar, and more.

Yes, Milk Chocolate Fudge Layer 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Milk Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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