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Ultimate Chocolate Fudge Cake

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (892 reviews) | Prep: 20 min | Bake: 35 min

Rich, moist, and absolutely decadent—this chocolate cake is everything a chocolate lover dreams of.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup strong black coffee
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Add eggs, buttermilk, coffee, oil, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.

Pour batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.

Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.

Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting and enjoy!

Baker's Tip: The coffee enhances the chocolate flavor without making it taste like coffee!