Best 4 Moist Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipes

Indulge in a decadent treat with our moist chocolate fudge cake, a symphony of rich flavors and textures. This classic dessert is elevated with a luscious fudge frosting, making it the perfect centerpiece for any celebration or a delightful indulgence for chocolate lovers. Experience the ultimate chocolate experience with our curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this timeless favorite. From a gluten-free option to a luscious vegan version, there's a perfect recipe for every palate and dietary preference. Surrender to the irresistible charm of chocolate fudge cake and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

FABULOUS FUDGE CHOCOLATE CAKE

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This is my favorite chocolate cake recipe because of the moist texture and rich, dark chocolate flavor. Enjoy!

Provided by Charmaine Brooks

Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter
2 ½ cups packed brown sugar
3 eggs
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
3 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 cup sour cream
1 cup boiling water
½ cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup milk
1 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter or margarine and 2 1/2 cups brown sugar until well mixed. Add eggs one at a time. Beat in the vanilla and melted chocolate squares. Add 1/2 the sour cream and then 1/2 the dry ingredients to the butter mixture until well blended.
Add the remaining sour cream and dry ingredients to the batter. Stir in boiling water.
Bake in a greased 9 X 13 inch pan for 35 minutes.
Let cool 10 minutes before icing.
To Make Caramel Icing: First melt 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan. Stir in 1 cup brown sugar and boil about 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup milk and bring to a boil. Place pan in cold water and stir in the confectioners' sugar. Continue stirring until smooth. Spread over still warm cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 233.1 mg, Sugar 40 g

FUDGE CAKE

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For the true chocolate lover, this cake is moist and dense and you are going to love it. Great with cream cheese frosting or cooked fudge frosting.

Provided by Kristen Faux

Categories Desserts Cakes Chocolate Cake Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 ½ cups white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs eggs
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup hot water
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter

Steps:

Cream butter or margarine and sugar together in a large bowl. Add vanilla, and then eggs to the mixture.
In another bowl, mix together flour, soda, baking powder, and salt. Sour the milk by adding the lemon juice or vinegar. Add flour mixture alternately with soured milk to the creamed mixture.
Mix cocoa and hot water together, and beat into batter.
Bake 30 to 35 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cool, and frost with desired frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 35.3 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 212.5 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

BEST EVER RICH CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKE

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I have seen many fudge cake recipes, but I believe this one takes the cake heh because of the sour cream & brown sugar. It is rich and if you love cake you will think you died and went to heaven! 8)

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 3 9inch cakes

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 ounces baking chocolate, melted in microwave
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
2 1/4 cups light brown sugar, lightly packed
3 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 cups sifted cake flour
1 cup sour cream
1 cup boiling water

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°.
Grease and flour 3 9-inch cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter until smooth.
Gradually pour in the brown sugar, then eggs.
Beat with mixer until light and fluffy, approx 5 minutes.
On low speed, beat in the vanilla extract, melted chocolate, baking soda and salt.
Add flour alternately with sour cream, beating at low speed until smooth.
Pour in boiling hot water and stir until blended.
Pour into the prepared pan.
Bake about 25 minutes or until done.
Remove from oven, let cakes cool about 10-15 minutes, then place on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1637.8, Fat 66.3, SaturatedFat 39.1, Cholesterol 307.2, Sodium 1686.7, Carbohydrate 253.3, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 163.8, Protein 20.5

EXTRA MOIST CHOCOLATE FUDGE SNACK CAKE

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This is not a deep dark chocolate cake, I can tell you that it is extremely moist and very good, and is great even without any frosting, you may want to cut back on the sugar if using sweetened applesauce.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 (1 ounce) unsweetened chocolate squares
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup applesauce
1 cup buttermilk (or 1 tablespoon vinegar with milk to make 1 cup)
1/2 cup oil
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup mini chocolate chip
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Steps:

Set oven to 350 degrees.
Grease an 8 x 8-inch baking dish.
In the microwave, melt the chocolate and butter for about 1 minute, then whisk or stir until smooth; set aside.
In a bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, applesauce, oil, vanilla and egg, then add to the dry ingredients along with the chocolate mixture; mix until combined.
Add in mini chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
Pour into prepared baking dish.
Bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until cake test done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.7, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 35.3, Sodium 397.7, Carbohydrate 58.8, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 34.6, Protein 5.8

Tips:

Use high-quality chocolate: This is a key ingredient in the cake, so make sure you use the best quality chocolate you can find. A good rule of thumb is to use chocolate that contains at least 70% cocoa solids.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will result in a tough, dense cake. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the cake in a water bath: This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly and stays moist. To create a water bath, place the cake pan inside a larger pan filled with hot water. The water should come about halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature: The cake will stay fresh for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This moist chocolate fudge cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's rich, decadent, and sure to please everyone. With its easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.