Best 3 Slow Cooker Hot Fudge Cake Recipes

Indulge in the ultimate chocolatey delight with our decadent Slow Cooker Hot Fudge Cake! This irresistible dessert combines the richness of chocolate cake with a luscious hot fudge sauce, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will be the star of any gathering. Our recipe collection features variations of this classic treat, including a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions. Embark on this culinary journey and satisfy your sweet cravings with our delectable Slow Cooker Hot Fudge Cake.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER HOT FUDGE CAKE

Slow-Cooker Hot Fudge Cake image

A cake baked in a slow cooker may seem unusual, but after-dinner smiles prove how tasty it is. Sometimes, for a change of pace, I substitute butterscotch chips for chocolate. -Marleen Adkins, Placentia, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups packed brown sugar, divided
1 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons baking cocoa, divided
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1-3/4 cups boiling water
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine 1 cup brown sugar, flour, 3 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder and salt. Combine the milk, butter and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until combined., Spread into a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. In another bowl, combine the remaining brown sugar and cocoa; stir in boiling water. Pour over batter (do not stir)., Cover and cook on high for 4 to 4-1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center of cake comes out clean. Serve warm with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (66g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SLOW COOKER HOT FUDGE PUDDING CAKE

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Rich, decadent, and fudgy chocolate cake, right in your Crock Pot! It's totally doable (downright easy, actually) - and totally irresistible.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 3h40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour*
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
3/4 cup hot water (it doesn't need to be boiling; I just use the hottest water from the tap)
Vanilla ice cream for serving
2.5 - 3.5 quart slow cooker

Steps:

To a medium bowl, add all of the batter ingredients (flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, milk, butter, and vanilla extract). Whisk together until blended and smooth. Using a spatula, spread batter in the bottom of a Crock Pot.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry layer (granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cocoa powder). Sprinkle evenly over the top of the batter.
Slowly pour the hot water over the top.
Cook on high until cake has puffed up and it springs back when you poke it with your finger, 3 to 4 hours.
Use a spoon to scoop cake and sauce onto dessert plates along with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Serve.

SLOW-COOKER HOT FUDGE-CHERRY PUDDING CAKE

Slow-Cooker Hot Fudge-Cherry Pudding Cake image

Simply mix the ingredients in the slow cooker before making dinner, and dessert will be ready when dinner's done. Served warm, it's a fudgy delight!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 bag (12 oz) frozen dark sweet cherries, thawed, coarsely chopped and drained
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
Dash salt
1 1/3 cups boiling water
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix flour, 3/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa, the baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir in milk, butter and almond extract until well blended. Stir in cherries. Spread batter evenly in slow cooker.
In small bowl, mix pudding mixture ingredients except boiling water. Sprinkle evenly over batter in cooker. Carefully pour boiling water over top to moisten all of sugar mixture.
Cover; cook on High heat setting 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes or until top springs back when touched lightly (center will still be soft). Turn off slow cooker; let cake stand uncovered 20 minutes to cool slightly. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and almonds. Cover; let stand 5 minutes longer to soften chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 102 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 75 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

Use a good quality chocolate. The better the chocolate, the better the cake will taste.
Don't overcook the cake. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
Serve the cake warm or at room temperature. This will allow the flavors to fully develop.
Top the cake with your favorite toppings. Some suggestions include whipped cream, ice cream, chocolate chips, or fresh berries.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker hot fudge cake is a delicious and easy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and chocolatey, with a rich and decadent fudge sauce. It is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.