Easiest Ever Chocolate Fudge Cake

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Easiest Ever Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

150 g self-raising flour
30 g cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
175 g muscovado sugar
175 g butter , softened
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
50 g dark chocolate , melted
200 g butter , softened
200 g icing sugar
200 g dark chocolate , melted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
500
Sugar
45g
Fat
30g
Chocolate fudge cake is a classic dessert loved by many for its rich and indulgent flavor. This recipe is the easiest ever, perfect for novice bakers or busy home cooks. The cake is moist and chocolatey, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will satisfy your sweet cravings. The frosting is smooth and creamy, adding another layer of indulgence to the cake that will leave you wanting for more. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to afternoon tea parties.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas mark 4.
2.Grease and line a 20cm cake tin.
3.In a bowl, mix together the self-raising flour, cocoa and baking powder.
4.In a separate large bowl, cream together the muscovado sugar and softened butter until creamy.
5.Beat in the eggs, one at a time.
6.Add the vanilla extract to the mixture.
7.Fold in the melted dark chocolate and mix well.
8.Gradually sift the dry ingredients over the mixture and fold in lightly until well combined.
9.Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
10.Bake the cake for 30-40 minutes.
11.Use a toothpick or skewer to check if the cake is done. Insert the toothpick/skewer into the center of the cake and pull it out. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
12.Let it cool completely before frosting.
13.In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter until pale and fluffy.
14.Sift the icing sugar into the bowl and mix well.
15.Gradually stir in the melted dark chocolate until smooth and well combined.
16.Spread the frosting over the cake and smooth with a spatula.

PROS

This cake is rich and chocolatey, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.

It is also easy and quick to make, even for novice bakers.

The frosting is smooth and creamy, adding another layer of indulgence.

CONS

This cake is high in calories, sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is also not suitable for those with dairy or gluten allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Chocolate contains antioxidants that have been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.
However, the amount of chocolate used in this recipe should not be seen as a major source of health benefits.

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