Prepare to embark on a decadent chocolate journey that will make your taste buds sing and your chocolate cravings surrender! This Boston Fudge Cake isn't just another dessert - it's a rich, moist chocolate masterpiece that promises to transform an ordinary day into an extraordinary chocolate celebration. With its luxurious layers and irresistible fudge sauce, this cake is the secret weapon in any home baker's arsenal, guaranteed to impress guests and satisfy even the most intense chocolate desires.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup fudge sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper for easier removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar, 3/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well mixed.
- In another bowl, beat together 2 large eggs, 1 cup of whole milk, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on medium speed until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Carefully stir in 1 cup of boiling water to the batter. The batter will be thin, but this is normal. Make sure everything is well combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the fudge sauce if you are making it from scratch, or simply heat the store-bought fudge sauce until warm.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of fudge sauce on top of the first cake layer.
- Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the first. Pour the remaining fudge sauce over the top of the cake, allowing it to drizzle down the sides for an elegant finish.
- Slice the Boston Fudge Cake into 8 servings and serve immediately, optionally with whipped cream or ice cream on the side for an extra treat.
Tips
- • Use room temperature eggs and milk for smoother batter integration • Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender • The boiling water might seem unusual, but it's key to creating an incredibly moist cake • Make sure your oven is properly preheated for even baking • Let the cake cool completely before adding fudge sauce to prevent melting • For extra richness, use high-quality cocoa powder • Store any leftover cake in an airtight container to maintain moisture • Warm the fudge sauce slightly before serving for maximum indulgence
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
