Frosted Fudge Cake – Easy Decadent Chocolate Dessert Recipe
Frosted fudge cake is the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers! Moist, rich chocolate cake is topped with creamy fudge frosting, creating a decadent dessert that’s perfect for birthdays, holidays, or whenever you’re craving something sweet and satisfying.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- 9x13-inch baking pan (or two 8-inch round pans)
- Saucepan (for frosting)
- Cooling rack
- Spatula
Ingredients
Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- ¾ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
Fudge Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Cake Batter: Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Add eggs, oil, vanilla, and hot water. Mix until smooth.
- Bake: Pour into parchment-lined pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes, until toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Make Frosting: Melt butter in saucepan. Stir in cocoa. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Beat until creamy.
- Frost Cake: Spread frosting generously over cooled cake. For layered cakes, frost between layers and on top.
- Chill & Serve: Chill for 30 minutes before slicing for neat layers.
Notes
- Use Dutch-process cocoa for deeper flavor.
- Line pans with parchment to prevent sticking.
- Cool cake completely before frosting to avoid melting.
- Add a pinch of salt to enhance chocolate flavor.
- Store airtight for up to 3 days; freeze unfrosted layers for longer storage.