Description
Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake is the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers. This rich and moist chocolate cake is infused with premium cocoa, making it a delightful treat for any occasion. Served warm with creamy vanilla ice cream and drizzled with a luxurious homemade hot fudge sauce, this dessert will surely satisfy your sweet tooth. Perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in, this cake is as impressive as it is easy to make. Treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable dessert experience that brings warmth and joy to every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for hot fudge sauce)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for hot fudge sauce)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (for hot fudge sauce)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (for hot fudge sauce)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for hot fudge sauce)
- Vanilla ice cream, as desired (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract until blended.
- Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients; gradually stir in hot water until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a skewer comes out clean. Cool for 15 minutes.
- For hot fudge sauce, combine cocoa powder, sugar, milk, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling. Reduce to low and simmer for 1 minute; stir in vanilla.
- Cut the cake into squares and serve warm with ice cream topped with hot fudge sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg