Best 7 My Moms Butter Cake With Fudgey Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable journey with "My Mom's Butter Cake with Fudgy Frosting," a classic dessert that embodies comfort and nostalgia. This recipe, cherished for generations, yields a moist and fluffy butter cake, perfectly complemented by a rich and velvety fudge frosting. Experience the symphony of flavors as the sweet and buttery cake harmonizes with the decadent chocolate frosting, creating an unforgettable treat that will tantalize your taste buds.

But that's not all! This article unveils a treasure trove of additional recipes, each offering a unique twist on the classic butter cake. Discover the "Sour Cream Butter Cake," a moist and tender variation with a tangy twist, or the "Applesauce Butter Cake," where the addition of applesauce lends a delightfully moist and flavorful texture. For those who prefer a gluten-free option, the "Gluten-Free Butter Cake" provides an equally delectable experience, ensuring everyone can savor the goodness of this timeless dessert.

And the frosting variations will elevate your baking skills to new heights. Transform your butter cake with the "Cream Cheese Frosting," a luscious and tangy complement to the sweet cake. Or embrace the decadence of the "Chocolate Ganache Frosting," a rich and indulgent topping that will satisfy even the most discerning chocolate lover.

With detailed instructions, helpful tips, and inspiring images, this article guides you through each recipe, ensuring success in your baking endeavors. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, "My Mom's Butter Cake with Fudgy Frosting" and its companion recipes will become your go-to source for creating delectable butter cakes that will impress your family and friends.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BONNIE BUTTER CAKE WITH MAMA'S FUDGE ICING--PART I-CAKE



Bonnie Butter Cake with Mama's Fudge Icing--Part I-Cake image

Hope you'll join my Just a Pinch group: Family Food Traditions--Sharing JOY on the Journey! This is the cake my Mother always made for special occasions. It's the cake my family asks for, too! We use it for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions. A slice of this cake, with (or without!) milk, is PERFECT anytime!

Provided by Jamie Wyatt

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 c soft butter
1 3/4 c sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
3 c sifted cake flour (must use cake flour)
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 1/4 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease well and flour 3-8X1 1/2" cake pans, or 2-9X 1/1/2" square, or an oblong 13X9X2" pan. Beat butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla 5 minutes at high speed on mixer or by hand till fluffy. Sift flour, baking powder, salt. Add in 4 additions alternately with milk. Start and end with dry ingredients. Blend on low speed just until smooth. Bake layers 30-35 minutes, oblong 45-50 min. Use with icing below.
  • 2. ICING RECIPE on SEPARATE PAGE--Bonnie Butter Cake with Mama's Fudge Icing--Part 2v- https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/cake/bonnie-butter-cake-with-mamas-fudge-icing-part.html

BUTTERMILK CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH FUDGE ICING



Buttermilk Chocolate Cake with Fudge Icing image

This is the simplest and moistest chocolate cake I have ever found and was a favorite when I grew up. I could even whip it up as a child. This cake is also great with the boxed fluffy icing so the great chocolate flavor of the cake is not hidden.

Provided by Sandy

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup milk
¼ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. In a medium bowl, combine the buttermilk and baking soda. Set aside in a warm place.
  • In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups sugar, eggs, 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, oil and 2 teaspoons vanilla until blended. Stir in the boiling water, then gradually beat in the flour. Stir in the buttermilk mixture.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • To make the Fudge Icing: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, milk, butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Bring to a boil, and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Using an electric mixer, beat icing for 3 minutes, or until it thickens to spreading consistency. Pour over completely cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6 calories, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 42.4 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 273.7 mg, Sugar 51.5 g

MOM'S BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



Mom's Buttercream Frosting image

A smooth creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion. This is an old recipe from the 1940's.

Provided by Adora Marchi

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Buttercream

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
½ cup shortening
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan mix the flour and the milk and cook over low heat until it forms a smooth paste with no lumps. Place in refrigerator and let cool completely.
  • With an electric mixer beat the shortening, butter or margarine and the sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the cooled flour paste and mix until smooth. Stir in the vanilla. Use to frost any cooled cake. Makes enough to frost one 9x13 inch sheet cake or two 8 or 9 inch layer cakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 62.9 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

CARAMEL BUTTER CAKE WITH FUDGY CHOCOLATE FROSTING



Caramel Butter Cake with Fudgy Chocolate Frosting image

Take a step back into our grandma's days with this DELICIOUS old-school style butter cake.

Provided by Tieghan Gerard

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter at room temperature
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs at room temperature
2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups buttermilk, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon espresso powder ((optional))
2 sticks salted butter, at room temperature
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
2-3 cups powdered sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350° F. Butter 2 (8-inch) round cake pans and line with parchment paper. 2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla, beating until smooth. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until combined. Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stream in the buttermilk, beating until just combined. Pour the batter among the 2 cake pans.3. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the center is just set. Let cool 5-10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of the cake and invert the cake onto a plate, flip it back over onto a serving plate. Let cool.4. To make the chocolate frosting. Microwave the chocolate chips and a pinch of salt, stirring every 45 seconds, until melted. Stir in the sour cream and espresso, a dollop at a time, until the mixture is smooth. Swirl the frosting onto the top of the cake. Place the second cake layer on top. Run a knife around the side of the cake to clean up any frosting. Chill while you make the brown sugar frosting.5. To make the brown sugar frosting. Melt together the butter, brown sugar, and cream in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook 2 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved. Add a pinch of salt. Remove from the heat and add to the bowl of a stand mixer. Sift in the powdered sugar, then add the vanilla. Beat until well combined. The frosting should be glossy and pourable. If it feels too runny, add powdered sugar to thicken it.6. Pour the frosting over the cake, spreading around the sides of the cake too. The frosting will set quickly on the cake. If desired top with chocolate curls and sea salt. Slice, eat, and enjoy!!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

MOM'S BUTTERMILK COOKIES



Mom's Buttermilk Cookies image

I treasure my mother's recipe for these comforting cookie pillows. The tender treats are topped with thick frosting and a sprinkling of chopped walnuts. -Jane Darling, Simi Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
FROSTING:
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool. , For frosting, combine butter, confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla; beat until smooth. Spread over cookies; if desired, sprinkle with chopped walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FUDGE LAYER CAKE



Fudge Layer Cake image

"My mom first made this terrific layer cake in the early 1960s," recalls Cheryl Feller of Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. "The date and walnut filling is delicious."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

3/4 cup butter, softened
2-1/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled
3 cups cake flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups water
DATE CREAM FILLING:
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
FUDGE FROSTING:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
16 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed

Steps:

  • Line three greased 9-in. round baking pans with waxed paper and grease the paper; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in chocolate. Combine the cake flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with water, beating well after each addition. , Pour into prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, all-purpose flour, milk and egg until smooth. Add the dates. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in walnuts and vanilla. Cover and refrigerate., For frosting, combine the cream, sugar and corn syrup in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate and butter until melted. Transfer to a small bowl. Refrigerate until spreadable, stirring occasionally. , Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with half of the filling. Repeat. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread frosting over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MY MOM'S BUTTER CAKE WITH FUDGEY FROSTING



My Mom's Butter Cake with Fudgey Frosting image

This cake is bursting with buttery goodness! It's very moist and good with whatever icing you want to put with it! Fudgy frosting just happens to be my favorite! Makes two layers. And again, please use butter only!

Provided by Jill Faucher-Ross

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2/3 c softened butter
1 1/8 c sugar
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 eggs
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp baking powder
2 c sifted flour or pastry flour
1 c whole milk
FUDGEY FROSTING
1/3 c soft butter
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 c baking cocoa
1 dash(es) salt
2 c confectioner's sugar
milk or cream to consistency

Steps:

  • 1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Farenheit. Grease and flour a 9'' by 9'' by 2'' baking pan.
  • 2. 2. Cream together the butter, sugar, salt and vanilla. Add the eggs and mix well.
  • 3. 3. Add the baking powder, some of the flour and blend alternately with the milk.
  • 4. 4. Add the rest of the flour, mix well, the rest of the milk, and beat by hand for two minutes.
  • 5. 5. Pour batter into prepared baking pan and bake for 35 minutes. This will be moist do not over bake. Allow cake to cool.
  • 6. 6. Make the Fudgey Frosting-Combine all frosting ingredients in a bowl except milk or cream, then add milk or cream little by little until you get the right consistency for spreading. Frost cake when cooled. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure the batter mixes evenly.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy to incorporate air and create a smooth texture.
  • Gradually add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, and salt) to ensure even distribution.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven to ensure even cooking.
  • For the fudge frosting, use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent scorching.
  • Bring the sugar, milk, and butter to a boil, stirring constantly, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until melted.
  • Let the frosting cool slightly before spreading it on the cooled cake.

Conclusion:

This recipe for My Mom's Butter Cake with Fudgy Frosting is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The moist and tender cake pairs perfectly with the rich and decadent frosting, creating a truly unforgettable treat. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get baking!

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