Decadent Chocolate Fudge Dream Cake – A Slice of Heaven!

Decadent Chocolate Fudge Dream Cake – A Slice of Heaven!

Summary:

If you’re looking for the ultimate dessert to satisfy your chocolate cravings, look no further than the Decadent Chocolate Fudge Dream Cake. This indulgent cake features layers of moist, rich chocolate cake, complemented by a velvety fudge frosting that melts in your mouth. Topped with extra chocolate ganache and sprinkled with chocolate shavings, this cake is the perfect balance of sweet, rich, and irresistible.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a dinner party, or just treating yourself to something extraordinary, this cake will be the star of the show. A true slice of heaven, each bite is pure chocolate bliss, delivering a deep, satisfying flavor that’s impossible to resist. The combination of dark, rich chocolate cake and smooth, creamy fudge frosting creates the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers everywhere.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (includes cooling and frosting time)
Servings: 10-12 slices
Calories: 500 per slice

Courses: Dessert
Cuisines: American, Classic

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Fudge Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• ½ cup heavy cream
• 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)

For Garnish:

• Chocolate shavings or curls
• Fresh berries (optional)

Equipment:

• 9-inch round cake pans (2)
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or stand mixer
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Cooling rack
• Saucepan (for ganache)
• Whisk
• Cake decorating tools (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper circles.
• In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
• In another large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract together using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and well combined (about 2 minutes).