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Chocolate Fudge Cake

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Indulge in a rich and luscious Chocolate Fudge Cake, perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 450 g dark chocolate
  • 350 ml double cream
  • 200 g unsalted butter
  • 150 g icing sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 70 g cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee
  • 120 ml hot water
  • 180 g unsalted butter (softened)
  • 150 ml vegetable oil
  • 180 g granulated sugar
  • 180 g soft light brown sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 200 ml buttermilk
  • 300 g plain flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Begin by melting the dark chocolate with 200 g of unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Stir occasionally until smooth.
  2. In another bowl, whip the double cream until soft peaks form. Once the chocolate mixture has cooled slightly, combine it with the cream, icing sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until well incorporated and set aside.
  3. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened 180 g unsalted butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the buttermilk.
  5. In another bowl, sift together the plain flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and instant coffee. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour in the hot water and white vinegar; mix gently until smooth.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the layers to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them onto wire racks to cool completely.
  9. To assemble, place one cake layer on your serving plate, spread a generous amount of fudge icing on top, and then add the second layer. Finish by spreading the remaining icing over the top and sides of the cake.

Notes

Serve with fresh berries, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream for an enhanced dessert experience.

Find it online: https://www.cookiva.net/chocolate-fudge-cake/