Christmas Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe

July 04, 2023 Post a Comment

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Ingredients

The star of this Christmas chocolate fudge cake recipe is the chocolate. You will need 1 ½ cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus an additional ¼ cup of dark chocolate chips. You will also need 1 cup of butter, 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups of sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, 4 large eggs, 1 cup of sour cream, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

To make the fudge frosting, you will need 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, ¾ cup of heavy cream, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of butter. For the chocolate ganache, you will need 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, ½ cup of heavy cream, and 1 tablespoon of butter.

Instructions

Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F and greasing two 9-inch round cake pans. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips and stir until the chips are melted and the mixture is smooth. Set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture, stirring until well combined. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, stirring until evenly distributed.

Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans. Bake the cakes for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.

To make the fudge frosting, melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave. Once melted, add the heavy cream and stir until the mixture is smooth. Add the vanilla extract and butter, stirring until combined. Allow the frosting to cool before spreading it on the cooled cakes.

To make the chocolate ganache, melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave. Once melted, add the heavy cream and butter, stirring until combined. Allow the ganache to cool slightly before spreading it over the fudge frosting.

Finally, decorate the cake with festive sprinkles and serve!

Nutrition

This Christmas chocolate fudge cake is a decadent and indulgent treat that is sure to please everyone at your holiday gathering. Each serving of cake contains 420 calories, 22g of fat, 51g of carbohydrates, and 5g of protein. Enjoy this delightful treat in moderation!