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Instructions
1. Make the Cake
- Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
- Slowly stir in hot coffee (batter will be thinโthis is normal!).
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Let cool completely.
2. Prepare the Fudge Filling
- Heat heavy cream until warm (not boiling).
- Pour over chocolate chips and butter, let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract and let cool until thickened.
3. Make the Ganache Topping
- Heat heavy cream and pour over chocolate chips and butter.
- Stir until smooth and glossy. Let cool slightly before pouring over the cake.
4. Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a plate, spread a thick layer of fudge filling.
- Repeat with the second cake layer and more fudge filling.
- Top with the final cake layer and pour chocolate ganache over the top, letting it drip over the sides.
- Let set for 30 minutes before slicing and serving!
Pro Tips for the Best Chocolate Fudge Cake
๐ซ Use Hot Coffee โ It deepens the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee.
๐ง Room Temperature Ingredients โ Ensures a smooth, even batter.
โ๏ธ Chill Before Serving โ The flavors intensify as the cake sits!
๐ Add Toppings โ Serve with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of sea salt.
Final Thoughts
This Chocolate Fudge Layered Cake is the definition of chocolate heavenโrich, moist, and packed with deep chocolate flavor. Whether for a special occasion or a simple chocolate craving, this cake will leave everyone wanting more. Try it today and indulge in the best chocolate cake ever! ๐ซโค๏ธ
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