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Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe Inspired by Ina Garten

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Ina Garten’s iconic Chocolate Fudge Cake — rich, ultra-moist, and layered with luscious chocolate buttercream. A chocolate lover’s dream and perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups granulated sugar

  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 2 tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp kosher salt

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • ½ cup vegetable oil

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup hot brewed coffee

Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup cocoa powder

  • 3½ cups powdered sugar

  • ¼ cup milk or cream (plus more if needed)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans.

  • Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

  • In another bowl, mix buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients.

  • Stir in hot coffee until smooth.

  • Divide batter into pans. Bake 30–35 minutes. Cool completely.

  • For frosting, beat butter until creamy. Add cocoa, then sugar and milk alternately. Beat until fluffy.

  • Frost cooled cakes and chill slightly before slicing.

Notes

  • Use quality cocoa for best flavor.

  • Add a pinch of espresso powder for a deeper chocolate note.

  • Wrap layers in plastic if baking ahead.

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