There’s something magical about chocolate fudge cake. Its rich, velvety texture and deep chocolate flavor can turn any ordinary day into a special occasion. If you’ve ever found yourself yearning for a decadent dessert that’s simple to make yet impressively luxurious, this eggless chocolate fudge cake recipe is exactly what you need.

Ingredients

Before diving into the steps, let’s gather our ingredients. You’ll need:

For the Cake:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice, let sit for 5 minutes)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup hot water

For the Fudge Frosting:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Making the Cake:

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then set them aside.
  2. Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  4. Add Hot Water: Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be quite thin, but this is what gives the cake its moist and fudgy texture.
  5. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Making the Fudge Frosting:

  1. Heat the Cream: In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Add the chopped chocolate to the hot cream, letting it sit for about 2 minutes to melt. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Add Butter and Vanilla: Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and glossy. Let the frosting cool to a spreadable consistency, which should take about 30 minutes.

Assembling the Cake:

  1. Layering: Place one of the cooled cake layers on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of fudge frosting over the top.
  2. Top Layer: Place the second cake layer on top, pressing gently to adhere. Use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake, smoothing it out with a spatula.
  3. Optional Decoration: For an extra touch of elegance, you can sprinkle chocolate shavings or cocoa powder over the top of the cake.

Enjoy the Indulgence

Now that your eggless chocolate fudge cake is assembled and looking irresistible, it’s time to savor the joy. Cut yourself a generous slice, and enjoy the luxurious blend of rich chocolate cake and creamy fudge frosting. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just a treat to brighten your day, this cake is sure to delight!