Description
Rich, moist chocolate cake squares topped with a smooth, glossy fudge frosting. A classic dessert that’s perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or a satisfying chocolate fix.
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Glossy Fudge Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup milk
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool cake completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
- To make the frosting, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in cocoa powder and milk until smooth. Remove from heat.
- Gradually beat in powdered sugar and vanilla until glossy and spreadable.
- Spread frosting evenly over cooled cake. Cut into squares to serve.
Notes
- For extra moisture, substitute buttermilk for regular milk.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt or chocolate shavings on top for a finishing touch.
- Cake can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg