Favorite Fudge Birthday Cake

Celebrate any special occasion with this decadent Favorite Fudge Birthday Cake, a chocolate lover’s dream! This recipe combines a moist, tender cake made with rich cocoa and a hint of vanilla, layered and coated in a luscious homemade fudge frosting crafted with melted chocolate chips, butter, and a touch of heavy cream for an irresistibly smooth finish. Perfectly portioned for 12, this cake is easy to make with simple pantry staples and comes together in just over an hour, making it a go-to choice for birthdays or any indulgent celebration. Finish it off with sprinkles for a festive touch and let this show-stopping dessert steal the spotlight at your next gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 0.33 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup optional sprinkles for decoration

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Slowly stir in the boiling water until fully incorporated. The batter will be thin, but that’s normal.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6

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

Step 7

While the cakes are cooling, prepare the fudge frosting. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips, mixing until fully melted and smooth.

Step 9

Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar and heavy cream until the frosting reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.

Step 10

Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting over the top.

Step 11

Place the second cake layer on top and spread frosting over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 12

Decorate with sprinkles or any other desired toppings. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the frosting if needed.

Step 13

Bring the cake to room temperature before serving. Slice and enjoy your delicious fudge birthday cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2550 grams (2550.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8567

Total Fat 371.60g	476%
Saturated Fat 169.00g	845%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.40g
Cholesterol 721mg	240%
Sodium 5213mg	227%
Total Carbohydrate 1415.60g	515%
Dietary Fiber 93.50g	334%
Total Sugars 1058.00g
Protein 104.70g	209%

Vitamin D 189IU	947%
Calcium 637mg	49%
Iron 50mg	277%
Potassium 3539mg	75%

*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: 35.5%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 60.1%