Chocolate Fudge Brownie Cake A Decadent Delight! 🍫🎂
Dive into this indulgent fusion of dense brownie layers and creamy chocolate fudge! A must-try for chocolate lovers, this rich dessert is guaranteed to steal the show at any celebration.
📋 Ingredients
For the Brownie Cake Layers:
1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
¾ cup (90g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
4 large eggs 🥚
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
For the Fudge Filling:
1 ½ cups (360ml) heavy cream
2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips 🍫
2 tbsp unsalted butter 🧈
For the Topping (Optional):
Whipped cream or chocolate ganache
Chocolate shavings or chips for garnish
📝 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Brownie Cake Layers
Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, and vegetable oil until smooth.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool: Allow the layers to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
2️⃣ Make the Fudge Filling
Heat Cream: In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
Melt Chocolate: Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2–3 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy.
Add Butter: Stir in the butter until fully melted and incorporated. Let the fudge cool slightly to thicken.
3️⃣ Assemble the Cake
Layer the Cake: Place one brownie layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of fudge filling evenly over the top.
Stack and Frost: Add the second brownie layer and spread more fudge filling over the top and sides, smoothing it with a spatula for a sleek finish.
4️⃣ Decorate the Cake (Optional)
Ganache or Whipped Cream: Drizzle the cake with chocolate ganache or dollop whipped cream on top for extra indulgence.
Garnish: Sprinkle with chocolate shavings, chips, or even a dusting of cocoa powder for added flair.
5️⃣ Chill and Serve
Set the Fudge: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 1 hour to let the fudge firm up.
Serve: Allow the cake to come to room temperature before slicing and serving.
✨ Tips for Success
Extra Fudgy Layers: Slightly underbake the brownie layers for that gooey, fudgy texture.
Custom Add-Ins: Mix chopped nuts, chocolate chunks, or caramel swirls into the brownie batter for an extra twist.
Storage: Keep the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
⏱ Time Breakdown
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: ~1 hour 50 minutes