Fudge cake packs a thicker, denser cake layer, a velvet departure from the more delicate, fluffy cake layers found in a chocolate cake. Think of the textural difference between a block of fudge and a block of chocolate. The chocolate melts in your mouth, while the fudge lingers with every chewy bite.
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FAQ
What’s the difference between chocolate and chocolate fudge?
What is the difference between devil food cake and chocolate fudge cake?
What is the meaning of fudge cake?
What is fudge cake made of?
50g (2oz)
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sifted cocoa powder
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175g (6oz)
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self-raising flour
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1 rounded tsp
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baking powder
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100g (4oz)
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softened butter
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275g (10oz)
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caster sugar
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What is the difference between a fudge cake and a normal cake?
Generally speaking, chocolate fudge cake is richer and denser and a normal chocolate cake is lighter and less rich. For example, if you were making a chocolate Victoria sponge cake, you would beat butter and sugar together for quite a long time then gently fold in the dry ingredients for a light, airy sponge.
Is fudge cake easy to make?
It’s incredibly decadent yet remarkably easy to make! This brownie-like cake is an extra moist chocolate cake with a thin, rich layer of chocolate fudge frosting. The easy fudge frosting is poured on the cake while it is still hot, so part of it soaks into the cake, making it extra moist. Never Miss a Recipe!
What is a chocolate fudge cake?
This stunning Chocolate Fudge Cake is a crowd pleasing showstopper! Four layers of fudgy chocolate sponge covered in a silky smooth chocolate buttercream. It’s a chocoholic’s dream come true! Sometimes you come across a recipe that is just so perfect, you make it again and again. This chocolate Fudge cake is one of those recipes.
How do you make a chocolate fudge cake?
For extra flavor and that dense, fudgy texture, whisk a molten Chocolate Butter Mixture directly into the batter for this chocolate fudge cake recipe. Melt salted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips in the microwave, then stir the mixture into the batter right before baking.